Culinary Services Director

The Claiborne; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

Short- and long-term disability

Critical illness and accident coverage

Job summary

Claiborne Senior Living is seeking an experienced Culinary Services Director to lead all dining services for our residents. This hands-on role focuses on high-quality, nutritious meals within a clean, safe, and welcoming dining environment.

The ideal leader takes ownership of outcomes, demonstrates integrity, and champions quality and consistency, with our culture at the core of every decision. Collaboration with clinical and activities teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience leading dining services in senior living or healthcare settings.
• Strong organizational and communication abilities.
• Knowledge of nutritional guidelines and special diets.
• Proven ability to mentor and develop a culinary team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all dining services operations including food quality and safety
• Develop menus meeting nutritional needs and special diets
• Ensure compliance with state and federal food service regulations
• Recruit, train, and supervise dining staff
• Manage inventory within budget
• Maintain clean and welcoming dining areas
• Coordinate with Activities team for events
• Communicate with residents and families to address feedback
• Monitor resident satisfaction and drive improvements
• Drive service standards and dining experience

Skills

Management experience

Leadership

Budgeting

Food safety

ServSafe

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.