Sunrise Senior Living

Dining Services Director

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $68,640.00 - $90,636.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
retirement plans
Employee assistance program
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible pay options

Job Description

Sunrise Senior Living is a leading provider of senior living solutions dedicated to empowering residents to live longer, healthier, and happier lives. Renowned for creating nurturing environments that foster meaningful relationships among residents, their families, and team members, Sunrise places a strong emphasis on delivering exceptional care and service. The organization has earned the prestigious Great Place to Work certification for the eighth time, reflecting its unwavering commitment to a positive workplace culture and outstanding employee satisfaction. This recognition highlights Sunrise Senior Living as a highly sought-after employer in the senior living industry, dedicated to both community service and staff... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent training
  • Four to five years supervisory experience
  • Minimum five years volume cooking experience or hospitality experience
  • Current ServSafe certification
  • Ability to work weekends, evenings, and flexible hours
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage budgets and teams effectively

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in food service management, culinary degree, or equivalent training
  • Four to five years supervisory experience in hospitality or fine dining industries
  • Minimum five years volume cooking experience or equivalent hospitality experience
  • Current ServSafe certification
  • Ability to use production sheets, standardized recipes, temperature logs, and sanitation forms
  • Basic knowledge of nutrition and modified diets
  • Proven ability to manage food and labor budgets and achieve targets
  • Proficient in basic computer skills and able to learn new applications
  • Ability to work weekends, evenings, and flexible hours

Job Duties

  • Deliver consistent high-quality food and hospitality service by following recipes, menus, and programs
  • Post and displays weekly and daily menus according to standards
  • Complete and utilize production sheets to control food quality and portions
  • Ensure adherence to modified diets, correct portioning of foods, and proper serving methods
  • Prepare and serve meals on time and at correct temperatures
  • Actively train on and participate in front-of-the-house operations
  • Ensure all food in common areas is fresh, covered, labeled, and dated
  • Support special events with emphasis on marketing events
  • Serve at least one meal per week in Reminiscence and coordinate with Reminiscence Coordinator
  • Partner with Wellness team and dietitian to meet resident nutritional needs
  • Participate in Resident Council and food committee meetings
  • Visit with residents during meal periods for feedback
  • Coordinate staffing in dining room before each meal
  • Adhere to product order guides and vendor programs
  • Ensure compliance with HACCP and health regulations
  • Maintain adequate inventory including emergency supplies
  • Partner with leadership for occupational health and safety compliance
  • Enforce safety procedures such as PPE and Lockout Tagout
  • Ensure kitchen compliance with local health regulations
  • Practice safe food handling to prevent contamination
  • Maintain clean and organized kitchen environment
  • Complete accurate food production and sanitation records
  • Coordinate maintenance and repairs of equipment
  • Manage department budget including food, labor, and expenses
  • Keep financial tools updated and review monthly statements
  • Submit expenses and budget data timely
  • Coordinate staffing for maximum efficiency and cross training
  • Conduct regular inventories per accounting guidelines
  • Manage recruiting, hiring, training, and coaching of team members
  • Lead daily and monthly meetings and trainings
  • Develop working knowledge of regulations ensuring compliance
  • Schedule staff according to operational needs and budgets
  • Review timekeeping and payroll for accuracy
  • Conduct performance appraisals and accountability
  • Attend required meetings and maintain training compliance
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location