Director of Dining Services

Brookdale Senior Living • Framingham, MA

93d

About The Position

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 to optimize the life and pleasure of the residents. May also cater events as requested by residents or 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. Coaches supervisors in maintaining appropriate staffing levels and effectively motivating, disciplining and training associates. 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 through surveys and daily contact with residents. Ensures preferences are incorporated into the menu and events. Understands the dietary needs of residents and coordinates with dieticians, nursing staff, and care associates to ensure proper selection, preparation and delivery of meals. Develops department budget including purchasing and staffing expenditures. Approves food orders from company or selected food vendors and ensures a proper level of inventory to meet demand and minimize cost and waste. Routinely monitors budget compliance and recommends changes as needed to maintain operational quality and resident satisfaction. Encourages the identification of enjoyable ways to encourage socialization and enjoyment of residents through the use of food presentation and events. Improves the décor and condition of dining rooms to ensure a safe and pleasant experience. Networks with Regional Food Service Directors to improve operations, reduce costs and to obtain new program ideas for creative operations.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

• Direct food service operations including food preparation and dining delivery services.
• Manage food purchasing and inventory to ensure effective cost controls.
• Ensure high nutrition and food quality for residents.
• Comply with all regulations for sanitary and safe operations.
• Plan and execute dining events and themes.
• Hire, train, and manage supervisory staff.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary environment in dining services.
• Consult with chefs to develop nutritious menus.
• Assess residents' food preferences and incorporate them into menus.
• Coordinate with dieticians and nursing staff for meal preparation.
• Develop and monitor department budget.
• Approve food orders and manage inventory levels.
• Encourage socialization through food presentation and events.
• Network with Regional Food Service Directors for operational improvements.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Associate assistance program.
• Employee discounts.
• Referral program.
• Early access to earned wages for hourly associates.
• Paid Time Off.
• Paid holidays.
• Company provided life insurance.
• Adoption benefit.
• Disability insurance (short and long term).
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Health Savings Account.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Annual bonus incentive for full-time associates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree