Culinary Services Director

Claiborne Senior Living; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Critical Illness Insurance

Accident Insurance

Job summary

Claiborne Senior Living in Hattiesburg, MS is seeking an experienced Culinary Services Director to lead all dining operations for residents. This hands-on role focuses on high-quality, nutritious meals, safety, sanitation, and a welcoming dining experience.

You will mentor a culinary team, manage menus, budgets, and collaborate with clinical and activities teams to enhance resident satisfaction. Applicants should have 3–5 years management in food service or healthcare, ServSafe certification or

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of management experience in food service, hospitality, senior living, or healthcare.
• Proven ability to lead teams and deliver excellent customer service.
• Knowledge of nutritional guidelines, special diets, and food service best practices.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain within 90 days of hire).

Responsibilities

• Oversee all dining services operations, including food quality, service, sanitation, and safety.
• Develop and implement menus that meet residents’ nutritional needs, preferences, and special diets.
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal food service regulations.
• Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise dining services team members.
• Manage food and supply inventory while adhering to budget guidelines.
• Maintain clean, organized dining areas and kitchen spaces.
• Partner with the Activities team to plan special events and themed meals.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and team members to address feedback and concerns.
• Monitor resident satisfaction and implement improvements as needed.
• Drive continuous improvement in service standards, presentation, and overall dining experience.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Customer service

Menu planning

Food safety

Sanitation

Budget management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Claiborne Senior Living is seeking an experienced and people-focused Culinary Services Director ) to lead all aspects of our dining services operation. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for delivering high-quality, nutritious meals while fostering a clean, safe, and welcoming dining experience for our residents.

This role is ideal for a leader who takes ownership of outcomes, acts with integrity, remains focused on quality and consistency, and believes that our culture truly matters.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Lead and shape the dining experience for residents every day
• Manage, mentor, and develop a culinary team in a supportive environment
• Partner cross-functionally with clinical, operations, and activities teams
• Make a meaningful impact on resident satisfaction and quality of life
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

What You’ll Do

• Oversee all dining services operations, including food quality, service, sanitation, and safety
• Develop and implement menus that meet residents’ nutritional needs, preferences, and special diets
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal food service, sanitation, and safety regulations
• Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise dining services team members
• Manage food and supply inventory while adhering to budget guidelines
• Maintain clean, organized, and welcoming dining areas and kitchen spaces
• Partner with the Activities team to plan special events and themed meals
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and team members to address feedback and concerns
• Monitor resident satisfaction and implement improvements as needed
• Drive continuous improvement in service standards, presentation, and overall dining experience

What We’re Looking For

• 3-5 years of management experience in food service, hospitality, senior living, or healthcare
• Proven ability to lead teams and deliver excellent customer service
• Knowledge of nutritional guidelines, special diets, and food service best practices
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
• Ability to remain focused and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed
• ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain within 90 days of hire)

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Short- and long-term disability
• Critical illness and accident insurance

Claiborne Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.