Food & Beverage Director

Pomperaug Woods is a distinguished senior living community dedicated to providing exceptional care and hospitality to its residents. With a commitment to enhancing the quality of life for seniors, Pomperaug Woods offers a vibrant environment where residents can enjoy the comfort, dignity, and respect they deserve. The community is known for its warm, welcoming atmosphere and its focus on creating meaningful experiences for seniors through compassionate care and personalized services. Pomperaug Woods emphasizes a culture of hospitality, where residents, employees, and guests are greeted warmly, treated with respect, and supported in an engaging and professional manner.

The community is currently seeking a hospitality-focused Director of Culinary Services to join their management team. This position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a company that values its employees and invests in their growth, truly embodying the philosophy that working at Pomperaug Woods is not just a job but an extraordinary life. The Director of Culinary Services will play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing the culinary services department, ensuring a superior level of quality, service, and cleanliness. This hands-on management position entails full responsibility for developing and maintaining a professional and upscale culinary program that creates positive dining experiences for all residents and customers.

In this role, the Director will supervise the Culinary Services Department, manage staffing, ensure compliance with nutritional and dietary regulations, and meet budgetary guidelines. The position requires hands-on involvement in cooking, serving, and maintaining cleanliness when needed, along with evaluating food service quality and making operational improvements. The Director of Culinary Services will foster a culture of hospitality, focusing on resident satisfaction, employee engagement, and driving top-line revenue and occupancy. This role is essential to upholding the community’s mission, philosophy, and values while supporting the overall vision and principles of Pomperaug Woods. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in culinary management, particularly in senior living or similar settings, and a passion for creating memorable dining experiences that enhance the lives of residents.