Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
401k
full-time benefits
Part-time Benefits
Training and Development
Career laddering
Work-life balance
flexible scheduling
Job Description
The Assistant Dining Services Manager position is available at a senior living community located at 345 Five Forks Road, Simpsonville, South Carolina. This establishment is dedicated to providing quality care and nutritious meals to its residents, staff, and guests in a comfortable and supportive environment. The community values respect, professionalism, and collaboration among its team, promoting a friendly atmosphere where both residents and employees can thrive. This role is essential to ensure that all food service operations run smoothly and meet the highest standards of safety and quality.
As an Assistant Dining Services Manager, you will oversee all aspects of food service provision, assisting with hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating the food service staff. This involves hands-on preparation of meals according to approved menus and recipes, taking special dietary needs of the residents into consideration. The role requires maintaining an in-depth understanding of policies and procedures relevant to food safety, sanitation, and personnel management. You will be responsible for supervising dining staff to ensure compliance with health regulations and community standards, making sure that the kitchen is clean and organized at all times. Managing budgets related to food and supply costs is also a key part of the role, with an emphasis on portion control and minimizing waste.
The Assistant Dining Services Manager acts as a leader in the kitchen, preparing menus, monitoring food temperatures, and ensuring all equipment functions properly. Attention to detail and safety is critical, including reporting any faulty equipment, ensuring proper storage of leftovers, and verifying accurate refrigerator and freezer temperatures. You will play a significant role in training new dining associates and conducting in-service training sessions under the direction of the Dining Services Director. In the absence of the Dining Services Director, you will take on supervisory responsibilities, ensuring the dining operations continue seamlessly.
This position requires a flexible schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and holidays, reflecting the community's commitment to continuous service provision. The ideal candidate should be Serv-Safe certified or willing to become certified within the first 60 days of employment, have leadership experience in a dining services environment, preferably within senior living, and demonstrate strong organizational skills.
Harmony offers competitive benefits including a 401k plan, comprehensive full-time and part-time benefits packages, opportunities for training, development, and career advancement, a balanced work-life environment, and flexible scheduling to support your personal and professional needs. Joining Harmony means becoming part of a dedicated team that values your contribution to enhancing the quality of life for their residents.
As an Assistant Dining Services Manager, you will oversee all aspects of food service provision, assisting with hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating the food service staff. This involves hands-on preparation of meals according to approved menus and recipes, taking special dietary needs of the residents into consideration. The role requires maintaining an in-depth understanding of policies and procedures relevant to food safety, sanitation, and personnel management. You will be responsible for supervising dining staff to ensure compliance with health regulations and community standards, making sure that the kitchen is clean and organized at all times. Managing budgets related to food and supply costs is also a key part of the role, with an emphasis on portion control and minimizing waste.
The Assistant Dining Services Manager acts as a leader in the kitchen, preparing menus, monitoring food temperatures, and ensuring all equipment functions properly. Attention to detail and safety is critical, including reporting any faulty equipment, ensuring proper storage of leftovers, and verifying accurate refrigerator and freezer temperatures. You will play a significant role in training new dining associates and conducting in-service training sessions under the direction of the Dining Services Director. In the absence of the Dining Services Director, you will take on supervisory responsibilities, ensuring the dining operations continue seamlessly.
This position requires a flexible schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and holidays, reflecting the community's commitment to continuous service provision. The ideal candidate should be Serv-Safe certified or willing to become certified within the first 60 days of employment, have leadership experience in a dining services environment, preferably within senior living, and demonstrate strong organizational skills.
Harmony offers competitive benefits including a 401k plan, comprehensive full-time and part-time benefits packages, opportunities for training, development, and career advancement, a balanced work-life environment, and flexible scheduling to support your personal and professional needs. Joining Harmony means becoming part of a dedicated team that values your contribution to enhancing the quality of life for their residents.
Job Requirements
- Must be Serv-Safe certified or willing to become certified within 60 days
- must have dining services experience in a management or leadership capacity
- must have working knowledge of ordering, storing, preparing, and serving food in a food service environment
- must possess the ability to read, write, and make simple calculations
- must be able to follow verbal and written instructions
- must be able to stand for long periods and withstand temperature extremes, wet or humid conditions, and noise
- must be able to lift 50 lbs regularly
- must be able to carry, pull or push heavy objects up to 20 feet
- must be organized and work well with others
- must maintain good personal hygiene and neat appearance
- must be willing to work flexible schedules including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Job Qualifications
- Serv-Safe certification or willingness to become certified within 60 days
- experience in a management or leadership capacity in dining services
- working knowledge of ordering, storing, preparing, and serving food in a food service environment
- knowledge of special dietary needs and menu planning
- ability to read, write, and make simple calculations
- strong organizational and supervisory skills
- ability to work effectively as part of a team
Job Duties
- Oversees all aspects of food service for residents, staff, and guests
- Assists in hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating food service staff
- Prepares meals according to approved menus and special dietary needs
- Maintains knowledge of policies, procedures, and food safety regulations
- Supervises dining staff to ensure compliance with sanitation and safety standards
- Maintains kitchen cleanliness and equipment maintenance
- Reports faulty equipment and ensures proper storage and labeling of leftovers
- Takes and records food temperatures three times daily
- Assists in training new dining associates and conducts in-service training
- Supervises dining operations in absence of Dining Services Director
- Participates in weekly cleaning routines and staff meetings
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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