Dining Services Director

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

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Now Hiring: Certified Dietary Director! If you're passionate about nutrition, leadership, and enhancing the lives of seniors through great food, we want you on our team!

At Waneka Park , we believe in creating a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and inspired to make a difference every day. Join our team and discover how rewarding your career can be!

Now Hiring: Dining Services Director

About the Role:

As the Dining Services Director, you’ll oversee all aspects of food service operations within our facility. From menu planning to quality control, you’ll ensure residents receive nutritious, appealing meals in a safe, efficient, and budget-conscious environment. You’ll also lead and support a dedicated Dining Services team, fostering a positive dining experience for all.

Benefits We Offer:

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• Competitive Pay
• Paycheck Advances
• Paid sick leave and vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Health and Dependent Care FSA
• Company paid Basic Life Insurance
• Voluntary benefits: Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Critical Care & Accident Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K Plan
• Employee Discount Program
• Paid Mentorship and professional growth opportunities
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily food preparation and meal service according to planned menus
• Supervise, train, and manage Dietary Aides and Cooks
• Recruit, onboard, and retain dining staff to minimize turnover
• Monitor and respond to residents’ nutritional needs and physician-ordered diets
• Order food, supplies, and equipment; inspect deliveries for quality, accuracy, and pricing
• Ensure compliance with dietary regulations and safety standards
• Collaborate in patient care meetings, contributing nutritional insights
• Maintain accurate and timely nutrition documentation
• Adapt menus to meet the diverse dietary needs of residents across skilled nursing, assisted living, memory care, and independent living
• Implement systems to support regulatory compliance and high-quality outcomes
• Deliver excellent customer service and build positive relationships with residents

Pay Rate: $25-$30 DOE / Application Deadline: 8/31/2026

Ready to join our team? Apply now and contact Lori Walker at View phone number on us.fitly.work to schedule to an interview!

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification or willingness to obtain
• ServSafe Certification
• Minimum 2 years of relevant food service management experience

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.