Dining Services Manager

Greeley, CO, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $24.17 - $30.21

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Employee Discounts

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Job Description

Brookdale is a leading nationwide senior living company dedicated to enriching the lives of older adults and their families through gracious hospitality, exceptional care, and a warm, home-like environment. With 589 communities across the United States as of November 30, 2025, Brookdale stands as an industry leader in clinical care and senior living services. Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity, Brookdale prioritizes creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where employees can thrive both personally and professionally. The company offers robust training programs and extensive corporate support, providing ample opportunities for career growth and development.

Brookdale is currently seeking experienced and motivated Dining Services Managers to join their team. This role is integral to ensuring that residents and employees receive high-quality food service within a well-organized, safe, and pleasant dining environment. The Dining Services Manager is responsible for planning, managing, and coordinating all activities related to dining services in one or more Brookdale locations. The position emphasizes maintaining quality and food safety standards while adhering to budgetary constraints. It requires food service leadership, culinary expertise, and strong management skills.

Working at Brookdale means more than earning a paycheck. It’s about building a career in an environment where employees are encouraged to become their best possible selves. With benefits available to part-time and full-time employees that include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, employee discounts, referral programs, and optional voluntary benefits such as pet insurance and ID theft protection, this job offers a comprehensive package aimed at supporting overall health and wellness. For full-time employees, additional benefits include paid time off, paid holidays, disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible spending accounts.

The Dining Services Manager will be pivotal in developing dining standards, supervising food preparation, managing costs, and maintaining inventory. They will lead, train, and organize staff to ensure smooth operations and compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations. Additionally, they will provide nutrition education to residents, prepare budgets, and implement quality improvement programs. The role involves occasional travel and on-call responsibilities, making it suitable for flexible, dedicated candidates who enjoy working in dynamic environments.

Brookdale values diversity and inclusion, encouraging veterans, transitioning active-duty military personnel, and military spouses to apply. The company also supports associates in their journey toward U.S. citizenship by offering to advance fees for naturalization applications for qualified team members. This position represents an excellent opportunity for culinary and hospitality professionals seeking a stable, rewarding career with a respected leader in senior living services.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
two to four years experience in commercial kitchen operation, line cooking, or equivalent training
current ServSafe Certification
state food service certification if applicable
ability to lift up to 25 pounds
standing and walking for extended periods
ability to use hands and fingers to handle or feel
effective communication skills
ability to work on-call as needed
willingness to undergo exposure to communicable diseases and various health hazards
occasional travel

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
two to four years experience in commercial kitchen operation, line cooking, or equivalent training
current ServSafe Certification
state food service certification if applicable
ACF Certified Sous Chef (CSC) preferred
extensive knowledge of food safety and sanitation, culinary nutrition, and supervisory management
working knowledge of Microsoft software preferred
basic typing skills

Job Duties

Plan and manage activities of the dining services department at one or more locations
provide food services for residents and employees
develop standards for organization and supervision of dining services
maintain quality dining services within the prescribed budget
determine quality and quantity of food required and plan menus to control food costs
oversee food preparation and cooking ensuring adherence to company procedures
conduct frequent inspections to ensure food safety and sanitation regulations are followed
prepare cleaning schedules, production worksheets, and staff schedules
maintain inventory of food and nonfood items
select, orient, and train new employees and delegate authority to dining services staff
develop and direct cost control system and prepare department budget
provide nutrition education and counseling for residents and present educational programs
ensure safe work procedures including infection control and injury prevention
implement continuous quality improvement programs and follow-up