Director of Dining Services

Director of Dining Services

This position offers a $68,000- $69,000 starting salary (based on experience), a quality-driven bonus structure and an excellent benefits package.

Lead with Purpose. Serve with Excellence.

At Country Meadows, dining is more than just a meal—it's an experience. We're seeking an experienced Director of Dining Services to lead our culinary team in delivering exceptional dining experiences that enrich the lives of our residents every day. If you're a passionate leader with experience managing food service operations, developing high-performing teams, and maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and hospitality, we'd love to meet you.

Opportunity Details:

• Full-time dayshift
• To support continuous campus operations, this role includes: a rotating schedule of every 4th weekend, and every 4th holiday.

What You'll Do

As the Director of Dining Services, you will oversee the daily operations of our Dining Services Department while creating an environment where both residents and co-workers thrive. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading, coaching, mentoring, and developing the Dining Services team.
• Recruiting, interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and evaluating department co-workers.
• Managing departmental staffing, scheduling, budgets, purchasing, inventory, and food costs.
• Ensuring compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, including food safety and sanitation standards.
• Maintaining exceptional kitchen cleanliness, organization, and preventative maintenance programs.
• Monitoring quality assurance initiatives, mock surveys, and QMI performance.
• Creating an outstanding dining experience that consistently exceeds resident expectations.
• Utilizing Point of Service menu technology to support resident meal service.
• Collaborating with campus leadership to promote excellence in hospitality and customer service.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of food service management experience, preferably in senior living, healthcare, hospitality, or a similar environment.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Culinary Arts or Hospitality degree preferred.
• Current Food Safety Certification through an ANSI-approved program.
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Experience managing budgets, inventory, staffing, and operational performance.
• Ability to multitask and lead in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive, professional attitude with a commitment to serving others.