Culinary & Dining Director, Senior Living

The Neighborhood at Paducah; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Neighborhood At Paducah in Paducah, Kentucky, seeks a Food & Beverage Director to lead the community's dining operations. You will supervise kitchen and dining staff, manage procurement, budgets, and menu execution under the Phoenix program, ensuring quality, safety, and resident satisfaction.

Responsibilities include staff training, adherence to nutrition standards, and collaboration with the Executive Director and engagement team to plan events and resident wellness activities.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of a culinary institute preferred.
• Current Food Services Sanitation Certificate required.
• Knowledge of nutrition and therapeutic diets.
• 2–3 years' experience as a chef/cook.
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to direct others.
• Assisted Living industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead dining operations and menu execution per program.
• Oversee procurement, budgeting, labor costs, and inventory.
• Train and supervise dining service staff.
• Ensure safe food handling and sanitation across dining areas.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary skills

Food safety

Nutrition knowledge

Budget management

Education

Culinary institute degree

Food Services Sanitation Certificate

Job description

The Neighborhood At Paducah in Paducah, Kentucky, seeks a Food & Beverage Director to lead the community's dining operations. You will supervise kitchen and dining staff, manage procurement, budgets, and menu execution under the Phoenix program, ensuring quality, safety, and resident satisfaction.

Responsibilities include staff training, adherence to nutrition standards, and collaboration with the Executive Director and engagement team to plan events and resident wellness activities.