Culinary Services Manager

Discovery Senior Living; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Early wage access

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Health benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid training

Growth opportunities

Uniforms provided

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Discovery Senior Living is seeking a Culinary Services Supervisor in Parkland, FL to lead dining room operations and support the Director of Culinary Services. You will supervise dining staff, ensure exceptional resident experiences, and uphold high standards of safety and service.

Your role emphasizes hospitality, budget adherence, staff training, and ongoing development in a fast-paced senior living environment with weekend involvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years experience in fine dining or high-end food service.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to supervise dining staff and manage daily operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily dining room operations and act as lead in the Director's absence.
• Maintain warm, professional interactions with residents, families, guests, and staff.
• Ensure food safety, sanitation, and service quality across dining areas.
• Monitor resident engagement and address service concerns during meals.
• Supervise wait staff, train on procedures, and manage schedules.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food handling certification

Job description

About Discovery Management Group

Discovery Management Group leads one of the nation’s most purpose-driven and people-centered senior living organizations, managing and enhancing senior living communities across the United States. With a focus on operational excellence, lifestyle personalization, and culture-driven leadership, we proudly serve residents and families with more than 15,000 units nationwide and growing.

About Discovery Management Group

Discovery Management Group leads one of the nation’s most purpose-driven and people-centered senior living organizations, managing and enhancing senior living communities across the United States. With a focus on operational excellence, lifestyle personalization, and culture-driven leadership, we proudly serve residents and families with more than 15,000 units nationwide and growing.

As part of one of the largest senior living families in the U.S., our communities have earned Great Place to Work® certifications from 2022–2027. At Discovery Management Group, purpose guides our work, culture fuels our success, and growth defines our future. We continually aspire and invest in learning and development opportunities that support our team members’ professional growth, ensuring every team member has the tools to build a meaningful and rewarding career.

Discover You Purpose with us at Aston Gardens at Parkland Commons.

As Culinary Services Supervisor, you’ll play an essential role in enriching the lives of seniors by delivering exceptional dining experiences, fostering meaningful connections, and making a difference every single day.

Your Role

As the Culinary Services Supervisor, you provide operational leadership and support to the Director of Culinary Services and serve as second in charge during the Director’s absence. You supervise dining room operations and wait staff while maintaining a high-quality, positive, and safe physical and social dining environment for residents and guests.

Position Highlights

• Status: FULL TIME
• Schedule: INCLUDING SOME WEEKENDS
• Location: 5999 N. University Dr. Parkland FL 33067
• Rate of Pay: Starting at $45,000 a year plus bonus

What You’ll Do

• Support the Director of Culinary Services by overseeing daily dining room operations and serving as acting lead in the Director’s absence.
• Maintain warm, professional, and hospitable interactions with residents, families, guests, and team members while operating within budget guidelines.
• Promote resident engagement by interacting with residents during meal periods to monitor satisfaction and address service concerns.
• Ensure the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, and service quality across dining rooms and wait stations.
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, health, and uniform standards for all dining services team members.
• Remain current on industry trends and best practices through industry publications and professional development.
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations related to food service operations.
• Maintain a high standard of professional appearance, ethics, and conduct for self and team members.
• Communicate effectively across departments and with corporate partners to support smooth operations.
• Conduct and participate in departmental meetings to support communication, training, and engagement.
• Foster positive employee relations through coaching, recognition, and corporate incentive programs.
• Monitor food quality for presentation and portion accuracy; communicate feedback and needed adjustments to kitchen staff.
• Evaluate table service for timing, etiquette, and thoroughness; provide hospitality training and corrective guidance as needed.
• Supervise dining venues and surrounding areas to ensure appropriate flow, organization, and supply placement.
• Monitor and adjust resident accounts to ensure meal and charge accuracy.
• Develop staff schedules and assign daily tasks including table assignments, side work, and closing duties.
• Direct and monitor wait staff performance including customer service standards, uniform appearance, and food handling practices.
• Train wait staff on operating procedures, service standards, and menu knowledge.
• Ensure floor charts and table layouts are accurate and properly maintained.
• Assist servers with table service as needed to support efficient operations.
• Record and track daily sales transactions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision to wait staff and other assigned team members to ensure consistently high-quality service delivery.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with organizational policies and applicable laws.
• Participate in interviewing, hiring, training, scheduling, performance evaluation, coaching, discipline, and conflict resolution.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in fine dining or high-end food service.
• At least two (2) years of supervisory or management experience including hiring, training, coaching, performance management, and daily operational oversight.
• Current State and/or Federal Food Handling and Sanitation certification required.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to lead teams in a fast-paced dining environment while maintaining service excellence and compliance standards.

Benefits You’ll Enjoy

• Competitive wages
• Early access to earned wages before payday!
• Flexible scheduling options with full-time and part-time hours
• Paid time off and Holidays (full-time)
• Comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances (full-time)
• 401(K) with employer match
• Paid training
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Company provided uniforms
• Employee Assistance Program

Why Join Us

Discovery Senior Living Earned Coveted Great Place to Work Certification for 2025-2026! A large part of what makes Discovery different from other companies in this industry is our willingness to embrace change. At Discovery Senior Living, we are constantly challenging how we are doing things to ensure the lifestyle we are offering our residents is absolutely the greatest value proposition in the marketplace. It’s just as important to us that the environment and culture for our team members are constantly refreshed. In addition, embracing and even encouraging change brings a never-ending supply of new energy to our business and our culture. That energy translates to other far-reaching positive impacts on our residents as well as our team members.

Our Culture & Values

So often, what brings people together is deeply rooted in who we are and what we stand for. And at Discovery Senior Living, we’re unified by certain, core values, which we call our “Pillars of Excellence.” They make up the fabric of our company, and include TEAMWORK, INTEGRITY, PERFORMANCE, ACCOUNTABILITY, COMPASSION, HARD WORK and CREATIVITY.

Individually, they are our virtues, and together, they make up a roadmap which helps us foster innovation and success.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. EOE D/V

A Note to Applicants

This job description outlines the general nature and level of responsibilities for this role and is not an exhaustive list of all duties. Qualified individuals with disabilities, as defined by the ADA, must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, as determined on a case-by-case basis.

Agency Policy

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies. Please refrain from contacting hiring managers directly.

Employment Scam Warning

We only post jobs on our official careers site and accept applications through that platform. We do not conduct interviews via text or social media or ask for personal or banking information.

Regulatory Compliance & Background Screening

Discovery Senior Living complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulatory requirements governing hiring practices, background screening, and workforce eligibility. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of state-mandated and/or federally required background screenings, which may include criminal history checks, fingerprint-based screening, Level 2 background screening, registry verification, and other screenings required for healthcare and senior living roles with direct or indirect resident access.

Certain positions may be subject to additional requirements under federal programs, including CMS, Medicare, and Medicaid regulations, as well as state-specific licensing or regulatory agencies. Screening requirements vary by role and jurisdiction, and candidates must meet all applicable standards as a condition of employment. These measures support regulatory compliance and help maintain a safe, secure environment for residents, families, and team members.

Employment in Florida is contingent upon completion of a Level 2 background screening in accordance with Florida AHCA requirements. Applicants will be required to complete fingerprinting and background screening through the AHCA Clearinghouse. For more information, please visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com.

JOB CODE: 1009204