Food Service Director - Senior Living

Thomas Cuisine • Seattle, WA

13d • $100,000 - $105,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We’re seeking a passionate, hands-on leader to oversee culinary operations at
our Continuing Care Retirement Community in Seattle. As Food Service Director,
you’ll bring Executive Chef–level expertise and scratch kitchen experience to
deliver high-quality, nourishing meals that support residents, staff, and
visitors. You’ll lead and develop a dedicated team while overseeing sanitation,
catering, inventory, and cost control—elevating the dining experience in a
hospital setting through consistency, compassion, and operational excellence.

Requirements

• B.S. Degree in Food Services Technology/Management or related field; or A.A. Degree plus four (4) years of directly related experience, preferred
• Five (5) to seven (7) years of direct food service operations management experience with inventory and purchasing knowledge
• Exceptional leadership skills with a knack for driving operational excellence
• Strong knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
• Skilled in change management and process improvement
• Strong ability to uphold compliance and culinary standards
• Proficient computer skills including various computer programs, Microsoft Office programs, e-mail, and the internet
• ServSafe® Certification and State Food Handler Card
• Ability to successfully pass a criminal background check (State and Federal) and a drug screen
• Ability to provide documents for work authorization

Nice To Haves

• Previous P&L accountability or contract-managed service experience is desirable

Responsibilities

• Ensure exceptional client and customer satisfaction through efficient, cost-effective food service management
• Oversee all food service operations, including sanitation, quality improvement, infection control, and catered events
• Lead and develop staff through effective training, coaching, and supervisory support
• Apply deep knowledge of food and catering trends, emphasizing quality, production, presentation, and cost control
• Communicate effectively across all levels—management, clients, customers, and team members
• Bring strong Executive Chef experience, with a background in scratch cooking in fine dining or country club settings
• Optimize inventory levels, reduce waste, and manage turnover to support budget and operational goals
• Other duties as directed.

Benefits

• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Baby Bonding Leave
• Paid Elder Care Leave
• Paid Time Off (Accrued)
• Paid Holidays
• 3 Medical Plans (Blue Cross)
• Prescription, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Reimbursed Wellness Massages (Portion of cost)
• Voluntary HSA with Company Match
• Voluntary FSA
• Free Employee Assistance Program (Behavioral Health Support)
• Access to Wellness Initiatives (Fitness Memberships, etc.)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Policy
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Employee, Spouse, and/or child(ren) Life Insurance, with AD&D
• A supportive, collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees