Culinary Services Director

Reflections Retirement Community; Newburgh (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advancement and professional growth

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

EAP & wellness programs

401(k) with biweekly employer match

Outside-In Employee Referral Program

Paid Time Off

Self-service payroll tools (Paycom)

Job summary

Reflections Retirement Community in Newburgh, IN is seeking a Full-Time Dietary Services Manager to oversee our dining program and uphold high standards of safety and sanitation across the kitchen and dining areas.

You will plan diverse menus, manage inventory and purchasing to meet budget goals, and lead, mentor, and schedule the dietary team to deliver exceptional service with compassion and dignity for residents.

Qualifications

• ServSafe Food Handling certification required.
• Experience managing dietary services preferred in a senior living setting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• Leadership and ability to mentor and motivate a team.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the food service program with high-quality dietary services while ensuring safety and sanitation protocols.
• Plans and prepares a diverse menu that accommodates dietary preferences and restrictions.
• Maintains food service areas including the kitchen and dining areas.
• Conducts inventory and purchasing to meet dietary budget guidelines.
• Hires, trains, schedules, and leads the dietary team in providing exceptional dietary service.
• Engages with residents in a compassionate and dignified manner.

Skills

ServSafe Food Handling

Dietary management experience

Senior living experience

Interpersonal communication

Leadership and supervision

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Heritage Woods of Newburgh - Newburgh, IN 47630

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $55,000.00 - $56,000.00 Salary/year

Responsibilities

• Oversees the food service program with dedication to high-quality dietary services while ensuring adherence to safety and sanitation protocols
• Plans and prepares a diverse menu that incorporates a variety of dietary preferences and accommodates for various restrictions
• Maintains food service areas including the kitchen and dining areas
• Conducts inventory and purchasing activities while ensuring that dietary budget guidelines are achieved
• Hires, trains, schedules, and leads the dietary team in providing exceptional dietary service
• Engages with residents in a compassionate and impactful manner, cultivating a warm and supportive environment where the values of love, compassion, and dignity are reflected in every interaction

Qualifications

• Must hold current ServSafe Food Handling certification
• Previous dietary management experience preferred
• Prior senior living experience desired
• Demonstrates exceptional interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the readiness to mentor, motivate, and inspire

Benefits

• Advancement and professional growth opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefit packages
• EAP & wellness programs
• 401(k) with biweekly employer match*
• Outside-In Employee Referral Program
• Intentional work-life balance supported with competitive Paid Time Off*
• Self-service payroll & accuracy tools (Paycom)

*Benefits and eligibility may vary based on employment status (full-time/part-time)