Director of Dining Services Full Time

QSL Management is a rapidly expanding senior living company dedicated to enhancing the lives of older adults through luxurious and comfortable resort-style homes. With a mission centered on wellness, security, longevity, family, joy, and self-worth, QSL Management is committed to creating environments where seniors not only live but thrive. This company values its team members and promotes a culture where they can grow professionally and personally. The organization upholds core values such as Excellence, Compassion, Respect, Leadership, Integrity, Safety, and Joy, seeking team members who share a passion for serving others. QSL Management offers competitive wages and an exceptional benefits package. Moreover, the company fosters a supportive and collaborative work environment, empowering employees to make a meaningful difference in the lives of senior residents.

The Blake at Lafayette, part of QSL Management, is currently looking for a Director of Dining Services to lead its dietary department. This role is essential to ensure that residents enjoy a world-class dining experience through high-quality food and service. The Director of Dining Services will oversee daily operations, including menu implementation, staff scheduling, and ordering supplies, maintaining efficient and smooth-running kitchen and dining services. This leader is responsible for promoting team collaboration, safety, hygiene, and cleanliness within the kitchen and dining environment. Additionally, the role demands strict adherence to regulatory standards and state requirements to ensure compliance. The Director will also actively participate in cooking and meal preparation when required.

This position requires a leader with a caring heart, a willingness to serve others, and the ability to inspire and manage a team effectively. Candidates must possess at least two years of culinary experience in a lead cook or higher role and demonstrate strong skills in managing staff, preferably within the hospitality, restaurant, or long-term care sectors. The ideal candidate will hold an associate or bachelor’s degree in culinary arts or hospitality and hold certifications such as ServSafe and Food Manager. Creativity and self-motivation in culinary arts are desirable traits, as is familiarity with POS systems. Flexibility to work various shifts—including holidays and weekends—is necessary to meet the demands of this role. The company is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply.