Dining Director

The Arbor Company; Florida; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Great health benefits

Retirement plans

Wellness support

Job summary

The Arbor Company seeks a dynamic Dining Director for The Lakeside at Amelia Island in Amelia Island, FL. This role leads the dining program, ensuring exceptional meals and service for residents while overseeing budgets, safety, and menu development.

You will supervise dining staff, promote a caring, resident-focused dining experience, and collaborate with culinary teams to deliver nutritious, appealing menus that reflect our commitment to seniors.

Qualifications

• Experience leading dining services for seniors preferred.
• Passion to serve seniors and provide nutritious meals.
• Ability to supervise, motivate and develop dining staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee dining services and ensure a superior dining experience for residents.
• Manage dining budget, safety standards and safe handling/storage of food.
• Collaborate on menu development that appeals to residents.
• Supervise and motivate Dining Service employees to deliver high-quality service.

Skills

Dining management

Budgeting

Team leadership

Food safety

Job description

The Lakeside at Amelia Island is an award- winning senior living community in gorgeous Amelia Island, Florida. The Lakeside at Amelia Island provides luxury Independent living options, Assisted Living and Dementia care for seniors and is currently seeking a dynamic Dining Director to join the team.

The Dining Director will be responsible for food service and delivering a superior dining experience to all residents. Food is one of the most important aspects of our lives and we are looking for the right leader to ensure our residents and their families are served excellent and nutritious meals in an efficient and friendly fashion. The Director is responsible for managing a budget, ensuring and maintaining safety standards, including safe handling and storage of food items, and collaborating to create a menu that appeals to the palates of those we serve. This role also supervises, motivates, and encourages Dining Service employees. Qualified candidates will have a passion to serve seniors and a passion for food.

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Love what you do and where you work at The Arbor Company.

At Arbor, we believe in serving from the heart. Work shouldn't feel like checking off a task list-it should feel enjoyable, meaningful, and fulfilling. Here are just a few reasons why you'll love being a part of our team:

Make a Real Impact: Every smile, every laugh, and every moment of connection with seniors makes a difference. You're not just making an impact - you're creating joy!

A Team That Feels Like Family: Join a supportive, uplifting crew that’s always got your back. Collaboration, respect, and kindness are at the heart of all we do.

Grow With Us: We invest in YOU with career development, leadership opportunities, and hands-on training. Your success is always our success,

Work That Delights: From theme days to individual celebrations, we believe in bringing energy and excitement to every day. Who says work can't also include fun moments?

Amazing Perks & Benefits:

• Competitive pay, great health benefits, retirement plans, and wellness support-you care deeply about seniors, now allow us to care just as deeply for you.

The Arbor Company, based in Atlanta, GA, manages more than 40 senior living communities in ten states with more in the pipeline. In business for over 30 years, we have established a national reputation as a leader in senior care-independent living, assisted living, and memory care. We are a fast-paced and growing company that thrives on a culture of deep mutual respect and accountability. The tenure of our executive team, including community-based leaders, is exceptional. We are dedicated to the seniors we serve, their families, and to each other. Our culture is unparalleled and a terrific fit for self-motivated, creative, and dedicated leaders with a passion for senior care.

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