Director of Dining Services

About Us

The Dining Services Director at a Brightview Senior Living community is our champion of the Dining experience! With a goal of effectively managing the day-to-day dining services operation, this individual coaches our team of dining associates and is an advocate for our residents. It is imperative to ensure that our current and future residents receive exceptional service, delicious food, and interesting and exciting dining options.

The Dining Services Director plays a key leadership role within the Brightview community, creating a meaningful and positive impact on residents’ quality of life!

USD $85,000.00 - USD $90,000.00 /Yr.

The salary range mentioned above reflects the potential pay for this role and does not include bonuses or additional incentives (if applicable), nor does it include the value of our benefit program. Offers will consider factors like experience, qualifications, location, community size (if relevant), certifications/training, etc. Brightview regularly reviews and adjusts compensation ranges.

• Build, develop, and manage all community Dining associates.
• Serve as a visible, approachable presence during meal service, engaging with residents to exceed dining expectations.
• Establish and maintain a comprehensive communication plan involving team members, residents, families, and guests.
• Ensure the delivery of exceptional care and nutrition to residents.
• Assist with the development and ongoing management of the dining services budget.
• Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships.
• Ensure kitchen and dining areas are properly maintained, clean, and safe.
• Collaborate with the team in meal preparation and service.
• Work cross-functionally with other departments to support community marketing efforts and resident programming.

• Bachelor's degree preferred; education focused in culinary, hospitality, or food management.
• A minimum of 2-4 years of Food Service Management experience in the hospitality field (Country Club, Banquets).
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a large diverse group of associates ranging from dishwashers to chefs.
• Current Safe Serve or other relevant certification.
• Demonstrated experience in food preparation.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to plan and manage a budget.
• Ability to analyze reports.
• Moderate computer skills in the standard Microsoft suite.
• Positive attitude, enthusiasm and energy.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English.

• Discover the Brightview Senior Living Difference!
• Dedicated to Excellence:
  We lead the industry with a passion for delivering top‑notch services and groundbreaking care.
• Embracing Community:
  Join a supportive and inclusive environment that prioritizes your professional growth, development and advancement.
• Impactful Work:
  Make a meaningful difference in the lives of our seniors, contributing to their joy and well‑being every day.
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Enjoy competitive salaries, health, vision and dental insurance options, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance programs and many more benefits that prioritize your well‑being.
• A Place to Flourish:
  Embrace diversity, foster innovation, and access the tools and resources for personal and professional growth. Join our vibrant team at Brightview Senior Living and be valued as an integral part of our community.

At Brightview, we believe that diversity of thought, experience, perspective, and backgrounds makes us stronger. We welcome and celebrate all that makes us unique and we choose not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, military status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law or not related to the specific requirements of a particular role.

We are, by choice and without question, an equal opportunity employer.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.