Director, Dining Services

About the position

Brookdale Farmington is hiring a Director of Dining Services for a Senior Living Community with Independent Living and Assisted Living. This position is responsible for the day-to-day operations in the Culinary Department, with a preference for culinary management experience and senior living experience being a plus. The role emphasizes making lives better, including your own, and offers opportunities for growth and advancement within a caring culture.

Responsibilities

• Directs food service operations within the community including all food preparation, dining room operations and dining delivery services.
• Purchases all food and manages inventory ensuring effective cost controls and vendor service and quality.
• Ensures the highest nutrition and food quality for the health and pleasure of the residents.
• Complies with all federal, state and local regulations to ensure sanitary and safe operations.
• Plans and executes entertaining dining events and themes in conjunction with Activities Director, Marketing Director and other administrative staff.
• Hires, trains and manages all supervisory staff for the kitchen, dining room, catering and delivery services.
• Ensures that supervisors maintain a safe and sanitary environment and provide a caring and pleasurable dining experience for the residents.
• Consults with chefs and cooks to develop and maintain pleasing and nutritious menus.
• Assesses and determines the desires and preferences of the residents regarding food selection and presentation.
• Develops department budget including purchasing and staffing expenditures.
• Encourages the identification of enjoyable ways to encourage socialization and enjoyment of residents through food presentation and events.
• Networks with Regional Food Service Directors to improve operations, reduce costs and obtain new program ideas.

Requirements

• College degree in food service or hospitality management is preferred.
• A minimum of eight years of progressive experience in the food service industry including at least three years in a responsible supervisory role.
• Experience managing food inventories and budgets.
• Current ServSafe Certification required.
• Obtain/hold any local, state and/or county required food handling/sanitation licenses and/or certificates.

Benefits

• Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans available.
• Variety of Associate Discounts.
• Monthly Everyday Hero award and prizes (PTO & Bonus).
• Opportunities for Growth and Advancement.
• Incentive based position with potential bonuses.
• 401(k) program participation for temporary associates.