About The Position

The Senior Director of Dining Services oversees day-to-day foodservice operations. The role manages and leads a team of employees and is responsible for client relationships, account profitability, and talent development. The director operates the department within the approved budget while providing value to the client, ensuring superior food quality, and leading safety, sanitation, and maintenance programs. The role also maintains relationships with guests, clients, and other departments, supports employees’ professional growth, and integrates dining services with the facility’s operating plan.

Requirements

  • At least five years of proven leadership expertise.
  • Two to four years of direct foodservice operational management experience, including inventory and purchasing knowledge and control.
  • Strong knowledge of food and catering trends, with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.
  • Forward-thinking and proactive approach.

Nice To Haves

  • Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent additional years of experience.
  • Knowledge of P&L accountability.
  • Contract-managed service experience.
  • ServSafe certification.

Responsibilities

  • Operate the department in accordance with the approved budget while providing the client with maximum value.
  • Ensure food offerings are of superior quality.
  • Direct and conduct safety, sanitation, and maintenance programs.
  • Maintain excellent relationships with guests, clients, and other departments within the community.
  • Promote professional growth and development across the team.
  • Foster strong interdepartmental relations and integrate dining services with the facility’s plan of operations.
  • Manage and lead employees, client relationships, account profitability, and talent development.

Benefits

  • Retirement plan
  • Associate shopping program
  • Health and wellness programs
  • Discount marketplace
  • Identity theft protection
  • Pet insurance
  • Voluntary benefits, including critical illness insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, legal services, and a choice auto and home program
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance and AD&D
  • Disability insurance
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Potential eligibility for paid and/or unpaid time off in accordance with applicable laws
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