Job Overview We are seeking an energetic and highly motivated Director of Dining Services to lead and innovate our food service operations within a dynamic healthcare or senior living environment. In this pivotal role, you will oversee all aspects of dining operations, ensuring exceptional quality, safety, and compliance with health regulations. Your leadership will inspire culinary teams to deliver nourishing, delicious meals that enhance residents' well-being and satisfaction. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape a vibrant dining experience while managing budgets, fostering team growth, and maintaining the highest standards of food safety and health policy adherence. Responsibilities Lead and manage food service teams, including hiring, training, supervising, and motivating staff to achieve excellence in meal preparation and service. Develop and implement menus that meet nutritional standards, dietary restrictions, and residents' preferences, incorporating clinical nutrition principles and care plans. Ensure compliance with all health regulation policies, food service health codes, and safety standards related to food production and handling. Oversee food safety management practices, including proper storage, sanitation procedures, and regular audits to maintain a safe dining environment. Manage budgets effectively by controlling costs related to food procurement, labor, equipment maintenance, and supplies while maximizing quality. Collaborate with healthcare professionals on patient assessment, tube feeding protocols, and diagnostic evaluations to tailor meal plans for individual needs. Utilize electronic health records (EHR) systems for documentation of care plans, dietary assessments, and nutritional progress reports. Coordinate with clinical staff on acute care requirements and ensure that dietary services support overall care strategies. Implement continuous improvement initiatives in food production processes to enhance efficiency and resident satisfaction. Maintain open communication channels with residents, families, and staff to foster a positive dining atmosphere that promotes health coaching and overall wellness. Experience Proven management experience in food service management within assisted living or healthcare settings. Strong supervisory background leading diverse teams in a dietary or culinary department. Extensive knowledge of health regulation policies related to food safety management and compliance with local health codes. Demonstrated expertise in clinical nutrition, dietetics, or related fields with familiarity in care plans for various medical conditions. Experience managing budgets effectively while maintaining high-quality food production standards. Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems for documenting nutritional assessments and care plans. Knowledge of physiology as it relates to nutrition needs in acute care or assisted living populations. Ability to conduct patient assessments including tube feeding protocols and diagnostic evaluations as part of personalized meal planning. Join us as we elevate dining experiences through passionate leadership, innovative culinary practices, and unwavering commitment to healthful living!

Benefits:

Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Paid training Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Experience:

Senior Living Dining :

3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

ServSafe (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person