Assistant Director of Dining Services

Compass Group USA; La Verne (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance/AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Flexible Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

FSAs

Personal Leave

Job summary

CCL Hospitality Group is seeking an Assistant Director of Dining Services I to assist with day-to-day food service operations for a medium to large senior living account, leading FOH staff and driving talent development, client relations, profitability, and financial goals in a designated area.

You will oversee daily dining operations, support staff training and scheduling, address resident concerns, and ensure compliance with food safety and regulatory guidelines, including ServSafe.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of food service management experience.
• Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, health care, and/or related food service operations.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills and knowledge of MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily dining operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, service standards, and resident satisfaction.
• Support management, training, scheduling, and development of culinary and dining staff.
• Address resident concerns and feedback promptly to enhance the dining experience.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and regulatory requirements, including ServSafe and state guidelines.
• Monitor food and labor costs, inventory levels, purchasing, and budget performance.
• Collaborate with the Director of Dining Services and Executive Chef on menu planning, events, and catering functions.
• Ensure consistent execution of company policies, procedures, and hospitality standards.
• Provide leadership and operational support in the Director of Dining Services' absence.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Financial acumen

MS Office

Team management

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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With people as our core and a deep commitment to exceptional hospitality, CCL Hospitality Group has a philosophy rooted in caring for the individuals who care for our guests. Our most significant competitive advantage is our team members. We constantly strive to strengthen our service culture. Every team member knows they matter and owns a stake in our success, delivering hospitality excellence.

With four distinct operating companies – Morrison Living, Unidine, Coreworks, and The Hub, we are shaping the industry’s future leaders with a culture of service focused on elevated hospitality for community living across the country. Join us and discover how we drive mutual success that leaves lasting impressions.

Job Summary

Summary: As an Assistant Director of Dining Services I, you will be responsible for assisting with the day-to-day food service operations of a medium to large senior living account. You will manage and lead a team of FOH staff, and will be responsible for talent development, managing client relationships, profitability, and supporting financial goals in an assigned area.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist in overseeing the daily operations of dining services, ensuring exceptional food quality, service standards, and resident satisfaction

Support the management, training, scheduling, and development of culinary and dining staff.

Address resident concerns and feedback promptly to enhance the overall dining experience.

Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and regulatory requirements, including ServSafe and state guidelines.
Monitor food and labor costs, inventory levels, purchasing, and budget performance.

Collaborate with the Director of Dining Services and Executive Chef on menu planning, special events, and catering functions.

Ensure consistent execution of company policies, procedures, and hospitality standards.

Provide leadership and operational support in the Director of Dining Services' absence.

Qualifications:

• 1 to 3 years of food service management experience.
• Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, health care, and/or related food service operations.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Financial experience and business acumen skills.
• Proficient computer skills and knowledge of MS Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and internet.

Associates at CCL are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Flexible Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information .

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

CCL maintains a drug-free workplace.

CCL Hospitality Group

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