Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $50,600.00 - $83,500.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
employee wellness program
Paid holidays
meal discounts
Job Description
Touchmark at Emerald Lake is McKinney's leading full-service retirement community, renowned for enriching the lives of residents and their families through five-star hospitality, comprehensive services, and premium amenities. Dedicated to creating a supportive and vibrant environment, Touchmark at Emerald Lake offers its residents not just a place to live, but a community where quality of life, wellness, and social connection are prioritized. This esteemed retirement community is designed to cater to a diverse range of lifestyle needs, ensuring that each resident receives individualized attention and care.
Within this dynamic setting, the Dining Services Director plays a crucial role. This position is perfect for a culinary professional passionate about delivering exceptional dining experiences. As the Director of Dining Services, you will oversee the entire dining operation with a focus on high quality food, outstanding service, and adherence to the highest standards of sanitation and safety. This leadership role demands someone committed to ensuring that every resident’s meal is not only nutritious but also memorable and enjoyable. The Director ensures that the dining environment reflects the values of Touchmark at Emerald Lake, maintaining an atmosphere that is welcoming, efficient, and accommodating to all resident preferences and dietary requirements.
In this full-time role, the Dining Services Director is responsible for managing food production planning, inventory control including ordering and disposal, and overseeing all kitchen staff schedules and functions. This includes maintaining cleanliness and food safety compliance, managing budgets and profit and loss evaluation, and fostering a positive and motivated team culture. The ideal candidate will have experience running a profitable kitchen operation and possess the ability to lead and mentor a diverse team effectively. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills are essential, along with proficiency in point-of-sale systems and Microsoft Office software, particularly Excel and Outlook.
Further responsibilities involve direct communication with residents to enhance customer satisfaction, working closely with the Executive Chef on menu development to ensure nutritious and well-costed offerings, and overseeing banquet event orders to ensure seamless dining experiences during special events. The role requires flexibility to work varied schedules to meet business needs and a passion for maintaining high standards in food quality and service excellence.
Touchmark at Emerald Lake values professionalism, dedication, and integrity, and the Dining Services Director exemplifies these qualities while serving as both a mentor and leader within the dining team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a culinary professional looking to grow in a leadership role within a respected retirement community dedicated to making a difference in the lives of its residents through unparalleled hospitality and service excellence.
Within this dynamic setting, the Dining Services Director plays a crucial role. This position is perfect for a culinary professional passionate about delivering exceptional dining experiences. As the Director of Dining Services, you will oversee the entire dining operation with a focus on high quality food, outstanding service, and adherence to the highest standards of sanitation and safety. This leadership role demands someone committed to ensuring that every resident’s meal is not only nutritious but also memorable and enjoyable. The Director ensures that the dining environment reflects the values of Touchmark at Emerald Lake, maintaining an atmosphere that is welcoming, efficient, and accommodating to all resident preferences and dietary requirements.
In this full-time role, the Dining Services Director is responsible for managing food production planning, inventory control including ordering and disposal, and overseeing all kitchen staff schedules and functions. This includes maintaining cleanliness and food safety compliance, managing budgets and profit and loss evaluation, and fostering a positive and motivated team culture. The ideal candidate will have experience running a profitable kitchen operation and possess the ability to lead and mentor a diverse team effectively. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills are essential, along with proficiency in point-of-sale systems and Microsoft Office software, particularly Excel and Outlook.
Further responsibilities involve direct communication with residents to enhance customer satisfaction, working closely with the Executive Chef on menu development to ensure nutritious and well-costed offerings, and overseeing banquet event orders to ensure seamless dining experiences during special events. The role requires flexibility to work varied schedules to meet business needs and a passion for maintaining high standards in food quality and service excellence.
Touchmark at Emerald Lake values professionalism, dedication, and integrity, and the Dining Services Director exemplifies these qualities while serving as both a mentor and leader within the dining team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a culinary professional looking to grow in a leadership role within a respected retirement community dedicated to making a difference in the lives of its residents through unparalleled hospitality and service excellence.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma required
- three years of progressive experience in a similar environment
- demonstrated success in running a profitable kitchen
- demonstrated success in managing and motivating a team of employees
- experience using a point-of-sale system
- knowledgeable in the use of computers, including MS Excel and Outlook
- knowledge of emergency preparedness procedures
- ability to work varied schedules in response to business needs
- possess a valid food handler's card
Job Qualifications
- Certificate or degree in culinary arts or related field preferred
- high school diploma required
- three years of progressive experience in a similar environment
- demonstrated success in running a profitable kitchen
- demonstrated success in managing and motivating a team of employees
- excellent interpersonal, organizational, and supervisory skills
- experience using a point-of-sale system
- knowledgeable in the use of computers, including MS Excel and Outlook
- knowledge of emergency preparedness procedures
- ability to work varied schedules in response to business needs
- experience creating nutritious menus with complete and accurate food costing and pricing
- possess a valid food handler's card
Job Duties
- Provide direct communication with residents during regular front-of-house appearances
- responsible for production planning and review
- responsible for ordering, food inventory, including proper disposal procedures for out-of-date items, and maintaining supplies
- responsible for meeting budgets and ability to evaluate and explain P&L
- leading the hot line and overseeing food services, ensuring high food quality
- maintain high cleanliness and sanitation procedures and ensure temperature logs are being completed
- responsible for maintaining proper labeling techniques
- responsible for providing support to the team in completing operational tasks and cleaning duties
- responsible for creating schedules for all kitchen team members
- ability to work and make decisions in high-pressure situations
- maintain a high level of professional appearance, demeanor, and integrity
- ability to communicate with team members, and mentor as needed, regarding on-the-job expectations and behavior
- work with the Executive Chef on menu planning and development
- responsible for overseeing Banquet Event Order
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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