Director of Dining Services

Why work for us?

• Competitive Salary 

• Comprehensive Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and 403b

• Paid Time Off Plan

• Work Alongside Industry Experts That Take Pride in Their Work

• Supportive Management Team

• Warm and Friendly Work Environment

JOB SUMMARY: Oversees the planning, coordination and implementation of all activities pertaining to a quality dining program for residents, staff, and guests. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Comply with all applicable rules, policies, standards, and guidelines related to employment with Westminster Services and its communities.

1. Supervises the staff which involves direct and indirect responsibilities for interviewing,    selection, training, motivating, wage and salary administration, performance appraisal, managing policies and procedures to ensure achievement of the department’s goals.
2. Responsible for the strategic planning and operations of the department by implementing cost control measures and meeting budget goals.
3. Plans and implements menus that meet resident’s satisfaction and nutritional needs.
4. Ensures that training and certification needs are maintained.
5. Plans and coordinates selection, purchase, storage and maintenance of food & beverages. Ensures proper operation and maintenance of kitchen equipment.
6. Prepares and plans the Dining Services Dept’s budget and submits to the Executive Director for review and approval.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:  4-year degree preferred or 6 years of similar proven successful management leadership experience in hospitality or CCRC environment with catering and multi-location dining.  Serv Safe Certification required or ability to obtain certification within 90 days of date of hire.

Experience: Proficiency with computer programs including Microsoft Office. Proficiency with data-base types of menu systems for menu forecasting, menu building and recipe creation. Supervisory Leadership.

Requirements: Ability to hold effective meetings. Ability to obtain the Certified Dietary Manager’s Qualification within specified time frame. Ability to learn computer programs as defined by Westminster Communities of Florida.  Will be in Manager on Duty rotation, which includes either Saturday or Sunday.  Some holiday work required.

AN INDIVIDUAL IN THIS POSITION WILL BE EXPOSED TO: Inside/Outside environmental conditions, Respiratory pathogens, and Blood borne Pathogens.

MUST BE ABLE TO COPE WITH MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL STRESS OF THIS POSITION.