Dining Services Director

Description

Make a Difference Through Food - Join our vibrant assisted living and memory care community at Legacy Village of Cleveland!

Are you a passionate and experienced culinary leader who finds joy in serving others? We're looking for a Dining Services Director to lead our kitchen operations in a vibrant assisted living and memory care community where every meal is an opportunity to nourish, connect, and uplift.

In this role, you'll have the chance to shape a dining program that brings comfort, dignity, and joy to our residents each day. You'll lead a dedicated team, foster a positive kitchen culture, and work alongside a supportive leadership team that shares your commitment to excellence. In this role, you'll support and manage:

Food and Inventory

• Plan weekly menus in accordance with the residence policies and procedures, and incorporate a variety of nutritional foods and foods in season.
• Maintain an adequate inventory of foods and supplies from residence-approved vendors within a financial budget.

Food Preparation and Dining Service

• Prepare and cook food in accordance with nutritional guidelines, regulations, and residents' individual prescribed diets and food preference.
• Present food in an appetizing and attractive manner.
• Assist in fostering residents' independence with eating by providing adaptive equipment when needed.
• Ensure that food is delivered on time and in a pleasant manner and within budget.
• Visit with residents at each meal when available and ensure quality service.
• Prepare food and coordinate food service for special events as requested.
• Encourage residents to participate in the food service program and provide a forum for their input.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Regulatory Compliance and Sanitation

• Ensure compliance with HACCP, local health department regulations and the residence policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe kitchen environment.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of food in accordance with infection control standards.

Hiring, Supervising and Training

• Participate in the recruitment and hiring of food service employees.
• Supervise food service employees, and ensure adequate staffing in the food service department.
• Lead by example, encourage teamwork, promote residence philosophy, and provide ongoing coaching to employees.
• Conduct regular performance appraisals with employees.
• Ensure appropriate handling of on-the-job injuries as reported by employees.
• Oversee and implement the training of all food service employees in accordance with state and federal regulations, residence policies and training programs.

Requirements

• Minimum of one year experience as a chef/cook
• Supervisory or management experience preferred
• Current food service sanitation certificate
• Desire to work with older adults