Dining Services Director

About Dignity:

Dignity is committed to providing compassionate, respectful care while fostering a supportive workplace for our team members.

As a Dining Services Director, you provide strategic leadership and oversight of the community’s dining and hospitality operations—ensuring exceptional service, culinary quality, and resident satisfaction.

What You’ll Do: • Lead and manage all dining operations, including kitchen and front-of-house teams • Ensure high-quality food preparation aligned with Sunrise culinary standards • Oversee dietary modifications and regulatory compliance (HACCP, OSHA) • Manage food, labor, and department budgets • Maintain inventory, vendor relationships, and procurement processes • Engage with residents for feedback and participate in Resident Council meetings • Support special events and community marketing initiatives • Supervise Dining Services Coordinators and/or Executive Chef (as applicable) • Ensure accurate production, sanitation, and temperature records

You serve as the department leader—driving operational excellence while delivering a welcoming and consistent dining experience.

What We’re Looking For: • Bachelor’s degree in Food Service Management, Culinary Arts, or related field • 4–5 years supervisory hospitality or fine dining experience • 5+ years volume cooking experience (or equivalent leadership experience) • Current ServSafe certification • Experience managing food and labor budgets • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills • Flexibility to work evenings and weekends

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Pay Range:

69,264.00 - 92,560.00

Why Work With Us

Competitive pay, meaningful work, and opportunities for professional growth.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Dignity Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with New York employment laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sunrise Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.