Dining Services Director

Dining Services Director role at Cedarhurst Senior Living
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Cedarhurst Senior Living is a leading provider of senior living communities, dedicated to enriching the lives of residents through exceptional care and personalized services. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, Cedarhurst creates vibrant environments where seniors can thrive and enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle.

• At Cedarhurst, our core values guide how we work together and how we care for those we serve. We expect every team member to be passionate, trustworthy, empathetic, positive, respectful, and approachable. Being part of Cedarhurst means making a meaningful difference every day.
• We believe our team is our greatest strength. That’s why we invest in comprehensive training, as well as opportunities for both personal and professional growth. We’re committed to promoting from within and supporting team members who want to build their careers with us.
• Cedarhurst offers a competitive benefits package, including medical insurance, life insurance, long‑term disability coverage, and a 401(k) plan with company match (after one year of service) for eligible employees.
• At Cedarhurst, we go beyond the standard benefits program to recognize and support our team. Along with comprehensive benefits, we offer GROW Points—a unique rewards system that celebrates your hard work and dedication. You’ll also enjoy perks like exclusive Skechers shoe discounts, early paycheck access, and more!

The Dining Services Director, reporting directly to the Regional Dining Services Director, is responsible for leading all aspects of the community’s dining program, ensuring residents, families, and guests consistently receive nutritious, high‑quality meals and exceptional hospitality. This leadership role manages and develops the dining services team, oversees daily kitchen and dining operations, and partners with vendors, community leadership, and regional dining leadership to maintain compliance with food safety, infection control, and budgetary standards.

In addition to directing menu planning, food preparation, and special events, the Dining Services Director plays a vital role in enhancing resident satisfaction, supporting marketing initiatives, and fostering a positive, service‑oriented culture throughout the community.

• Supervises 10‑15 employees in the day‑to‑day presentation of dining services developed specifically for seniors.
• Schedules staff on an ongoing basis and provides coverage when necessary.
• Maintains good communication with all vendors, community leadership, and regional dining services team.
• Supports all catering, room service, special party needs, marketing functions, etc.
• Is responsible for maintaining, ordering, and accounting for food inventories necessary to complete duties and keep food and supply costs within budget.
• Instructs all employees on the operation, maintenance, and cleaning of all kitchen equipment.
• Exhibits thorough knowledge of all food service positions and provides hands‑on training to staff.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of all dining services shifts and is familiar with individual assignments and resident dining needs.
• Creates recipes that are easy for dietary staff to follow.
• Handles food in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Recruits, orients, and hires new dining service staff.
• Assists Executive Director with monthly staff in‑service meetings as requested and on committees as appointed.
• Assists with sales/marketing procedures to develop and enhance satisfaction levels, and participates in resident sales, tours, and community needs when required.
• Secures and manages company credit card and files receipts in a timely manner.
• Maintains appropriate food temperatures by ensuring proper cooling/h heating procedures are followed and equipment is working properly.
• Utilizes basic mathematical concepts such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Maintains safety standards as outlined by Cedarhurst guidelines for infection control.
• Remains current with all food safety licensing…