Director of Dining Experience (Chef Manager)

Anchor Bay East Greenwich is a premier senior living community located in East Greenwich, Rhode Island, professionally managed by Senior Living Residences (SLR). SLR is widely recognized for its commitment to providing exceptional care and innovative programs that significantly enhance the quality of life for its residents. The organization is highly respected in the senior housing industry for maintaining the highest standards of care and for its strong values centered on compassion, integrity, and respect. Many associates at Anchor Bay East Greenwich view their roles not merely as jobs but as meaningful opportunities to make a real difference in the lives of seniors. The caring and compassionate Dining team at Anchor Bay provides superior customer service, ensuring a gourmet dining experience that meets the needs and preferences of senior residents in a safe, home-like, and engaging environment. Anchor Bay East Greenwich has been honored for its outstanding workplace culture, ranking No. 1 on The Boston Globe's 2024 List of Top Places to Work and No. 35 nationwide by USA Today.

The role of Director of Dining Experience (Chef Manager) is a critical leadership position responsible for overseeing the entire culinary operation within the community. This position demands a high level of culinary expertise, leadership skills, and operational management to deliver an exceptional dining experience for residents. The Director of Dining Experience manages all aspects of the culinary department, including training and supervising department associates to ensure excellence in food preparation and service. This leadership role also involves maintaining accurate inventory levels of food, supplies, and kitchen equipment to support seamless kitchen operations.

Budget management is a vital component of the role, requiring the Director to manage expenses effectively while maintaining high-quality food and dining experiences. The Director is also responsible for preparing and serving food and refreshments, coordinating meal setups, catering special events, and ensuring cleanliness and compliance with health and safety regulations. This position plays a fundamental role in creating a gracious and welcoming dining atmosphere that contributes positively to the residents' overall well-being and satisfaction. The position offers an annual starting salary of $70,000 and a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, holiday pay, Blue Cross Blue Shield health insurance, dental and vision coverage, disability insurance, life insurance, and a pre-tax retirement savings plan with company match. Additionally, the role benefits from diverse initiatives like DEI programs, bonus incentives, retail discounts, health reimbursement options, tuition rewards, and extensive professional development opportunities, including certification as a Certified Dementia Practitioner.