Dining Services Director - Capstone Village

Aramark SeniorLIFE+ is hiring an experienced Director of Dining Services to lead our operations at Capstone Village in Tuscaloosa, AL.

Capstone Village is conveniently located on the vibrant campus of The University of Alabama , where residents experience the perfect blend of academic inspiration and modern comfort. We are a premier residential community for active retirees. Capstone Village appeals to those who want to enjoy all that a university offers while living in comfort and security. Our campus includes 130 Independent Living residences, 13 Assisted Living apartments and 16 Memory Care studios.

This leadership role oversees the full-service dining program within a high-end senior living environment, focused on delivering consistent, high-quality food and service while enhancing the resident experience.

The  Director of Dining Services provides both strategic and operational leadership for community dining programs. This role leads dining and culinary teams, partners closely with client leadership, and ensures consistent execution across all service areas. The position requires a leader who can drive performance, build strong teams, and maintain a high standard of hospitality in a structured, service-driven environment.

Job Responsibilities

Dining Operations Leadership

Lead all dining operations, including multiple service venues and resident dining programs
Ensure consistent execution of food quality, service standards, and hospitality expectations
Align culinary and service teams to deliver a strong, resident-focused experience

Team Leadership & Development

Lead and develop managers and frontline teams
Build a strong culture of accountability, performance, and service
Establish clear expectations and support team growth

Client & Community Partnership

Serve as a key leader within the community environment
Build and maintain strong relationships with client and community stakeholders
Identify opportunities to improve service delivery and overall experience

Financial & Operational Management

Manage budgets, cost controls, and financial performance
Partner with finance and operations leaders to improve efficiency and outcomes
Drive operational discipline across all areas of responsibility

Compliance & Standards

Ensure compliance with all regulatory and company standards
Maintain safety, sanitation, and operational consistency
Uphold Aramark policies and expectations

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice. 

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in senior living, CCRC communities, healthcare dining, or upscale hospitality environments preferred
• Strong focus on client service, business growth, and operational leadership
• Effective communication skills with clients, senior leadership, and internal teams
• Ability to interpret and execute against contractual requirements
• Meaningful experience in service industry, contract services, or hospitality environments
• Proven ability to lead through other managers
• Experience managing budgets, financial controls, and operational analysis
• Experience developing and executing operational programs and initiatives
• This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).