Dining Services Director

Cedarhurst Of Jacksonville - Springfield, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Springfield, IL

Nursing and Residential Care Facilities

About the position

The Dining Services Director at Cedarhurst of Jacksonville is responsible for overseeing the culinary program within the community, ensuring high-quality dining services for residents. This role involves managing a team, maintaining food inventories, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards, all while positively impacting the lives of seniors through exceptional service.

Responsibilities

• Supervise 10-15 employees in the day-to-day presentation of dining services for seniors.
• Schedule staff and provide coverage when necessary.
• Maintain communication with vendors, community leadership, and the regional dining services team.
• Support catering, room service, and special party needs.
• Maintain, order, and account for food inventories while keeping costs within budget.
• Instruct employees on kitchen equipment operation, maintenance, and cleaning.
• Provide hands-on training to staff on food service positions.
• Create easy-to-follow recipes for dietary staff.
• Handle food safely and appropriately.
• Recruit, orient, and hire new dining service staff.
• Assist the Executive Director with monthly staff meetings and committees.
• Participate in sales and marketing procedures to enhance resident satisfaction.
• Manage company credit card and file receipts timely.
• Ensure proper food temperatures and equipment functionality.
• Utilize basic math concepts for practical situations.
• Maintain safety standards for infection control and food safety licensing requirements.
• Ensure effective communication with residents' families regarding care and wellbeing.
• Engage in conflict intervention and resolution as needed.

Requirements

• Associate degree with culinary training or 3-5 years of culinary experience.
• Applicable state/county licensure required.
• Food Manager Certification required.
• CPR or BLS certification preferred.
• Previous staff management and/or coaching experience preferred.
• Experience in a senior living community preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in mentoring and coaching dining services team members.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance