Food & Beverage Director

Denver, CO, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $74,000.00 - $76,000.00

Work Schedule

Day Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Professional Development

flexible schedule

Employee assistance program

Job Description

Dial is a respected community-focused organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of seniors through exceptional care and service. Known for its welcoming environment and family-like atmosphere, Dial prides itself on fostering happiness and well-being among its residents. Employees at Dial are valued not just as staff but as essential contributors to a vibrant community, with opportunities for professional growth and meaningful collaboration. The company culture at Dial emphasizes respect, learning, and teamwork, creating a rewarding workplace for individuals passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of older adults. As a full-time, day position, working at Dial offers stability and a chance to be part of a dedicated team focused on quality service and compassionate care.

The role available is for a Kitchen Manager who will be integral in leading the food service operations, ensuring that every detail from preparation to serving meets high standards. The Kitchen Manager will be responsible for managing both front-of-house and back-of-house staff, ensuring efficient workflow and a positive work environment. This position demands a leader who exemplifies strong work ethic, adherence to uniform and company guidelines, and respect for all team members and residents. The manager will also be tasked with budgeting responsibilities, scheduling, staff hiring and discipline, and maintaining safety and sanitation compliance. The role requires collaboration with other departments to enhance the overall community experience and the execution of marketing and catering events.

Successful candidates will have a strong background in culinary arts and kitchen management, with experience leading sizable teams and upholding rigorous food safety standards. They must take initiative in training staff, facilitating communication, and problem-solving to maintain smooth kitchen operations. Additionally, the Kitchen Manager must be proficient with relevant software tools such as scheduling programs, recipe management via Meez, and POS systems like Revel. This position not only offers an opportunity to lead a culinary team but also to make a meaningful difference by improving the dining experiences of older adults in a supportive and respectful community setting.

Job Requirements

Five plus years experience in a kitchen managerial position
Culinary Arts degree or related degree
Experience managing and leading a staff of fifteen plus employees
Previous experience in working with older adults

Job Qualifications

Five plus years experience in a kitchen managerial position
Culinary Arts degree or related degree
Experience managing and leading a staff of fifteen plus employees
Previous experience in working with older adults
Promote teamwork in providing services to residents
Knowledge of state food-handling and kitchen regulations
Operation of kitchen appliances such as dishwasher, garbage disposal, microwave, coffee maker, ice machine, blender, food processor, meat slicer, mixer and office equipment including fax, photocopier and telephone
Knowledge and conformity to state and local food code and health code regulations with an overall keen sense of sanitation and food safety
Basic knowledge and understanding of business principles with regard to budgets, invoicing, inventory, acceptable hiring practices and marketing
Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office products

Job Duties

Lead crews in all aspects of food service and preparation, both front-of-the-house and back-of-the-house, expecting thorough and timely completion of tasks from all crew members
Communicate openly and work intricately with various levels of team members, directing and training patiently, as needed
Understand the job description and duties of each position within the department
Responsible for wage and salaries of those under your supervision within company and community guidelines, and in keeping with budgetary requirements
Responsible for hiring and discipline practices of those under your supervision, as directed by the Executive Director and within corporate guidelines
Assist in monitoring staff and safe food handling procedures including but not limited to receiving of food, storage, preparation and proper cooling and reheating of all food products
Responsible for scheduling of staff using designated scheduling software but may delegate scheduling duties, as needed
Ensure the success of outside marketing events, in-house marketing and activities and additional catering events as needed, must follow proper forms and paperwork protocol
Uphold department and company standards while requiring team members to do the same
Aid in the timely upkeep of equipment and oversee repairs and maintenance
Assist Executive Director in planning future Dining Services budgets
Track, record, and maintain inventory stock including foods, beverages, and kitchen supplies
Must hold regularly scheduled staff meetings communicating upcoming events and discuss ongoing training as needed
Effectively communicate with corporate dining services team
Demonstrate sound judgment and creative problem solving where necessary
Report any on-the-job injuries to the supervisor before the end of the work shift on the day the injury occurs
Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information pertaining to residents, team members, and community operations
Adhere to state and county regulatory compliance, ensuring all temperatures and sanitizing logs are in Tels
Utilize Meez recipe program for daily recipes to ensure consistency
Ensure the proper use of Revel POS and provide ongoing Revel training for team members
Other duties as assigned