Director of Dining Services

A high-end senior living community is seeking an energetic, business-minded General Manager to lead daily dining and culinary operations near Binghamton, NY. This role offers an incredible opportunity to run a premier dining program like your own business, backed by a culture that actively puts its people first. Binghamton provides a clever, fast-growing innovation backdrop with tight-knit neighborhoods, a vibrant downtown dining scene, and a low cost of living, making it a fantastic place to elevate both your career and your lifestyle. Position Responsibilities Daily Operations & Culinary Leadership: Oversee all daily food production, menu writing, and execution, working closely with the Chef Manager to ensure restaurant-quality standards for daily dining and executive catering. Financial & Business Management: Manage all unit accounting functions, including P&L analysis, operational forecasting, department controllable expenses, inventory management, and payroll processing. Client & Vendor Relations: Maintain transparent, highly responsive relationships with the client group, building owners, and regional vendors. Team Building & Development: Recruit, train, and mentor a high-performing staff, cultivating a positive, collaborative team environment by leading from the front— including working alongside staff during peak times. Compliance & Safety: Maintain rigid compliance with corporate standards for safety, proper food handling, sanitation, and uniform guidelines. Position Requirements 5 to 7 years of proven success as a Dining Director or Manager Senior Living, CCRC, or Memory Care facility experience Bachelor’s degree, Culinary School certificate/degree, or an equivalent combination of industry education and leadership experience CDM Certification a plus Ability to work either Saturday or Sunday weekly Passion for team management, development, and mentorship Strong financial acumen, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and a distinct "outside-the-box" problem-solving mentality. Compensation: $90,000 - $110,000 base (commensurate with experience), 10% bonus program, comprehensive health, dental, vision, 401k with company match, life insurance, PTO, wellness perks, and much more! Relocation assistance available If you are a collaborative hospitality leader ready to run a premier operation with a company that values authenticity and team development, please submit your resume for confidential consideration. Only qualified candidates will be contacted #J-18808-Ljbffr