Dining Room Manager Assistant

Discovery Senior Living; Farmington (CT); On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid time off

401(k) with employer match

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Discovery Senior Living in Farmington, CT is seeking an Assistant Culinary Services Manager to support dining operations. This role includes overseeing the dining room, leading a team, and ensuring a high-quality experience for residents.

The ideal candidate will have at least two years of food service experience and strong leadership skills. We offer a competitive salary of $20-$24 per hour, along with benefits including paid time off and a comprehensive package for full-time employees.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in fine dining or high-end food service.
• Previous supervisory experience in a dining room is preferred.
• Flexibility to work evenings, nights, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Culinary Services in overseeing dining operations.
• Manage dining room traffic flow and service responsibilities.
• Ensure high standards of food safety and sanitation.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership presence

Customer service

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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.

Role Overview

Assistant Culinary Services Manager – Farmington, CT. You will support the Director of Culinary Services by overseeing dining room operations and leading the dining services team, ensuring a welcoming, high-quality dining experience for residents while maintaining safety, service, and operational excellence.

Position Highlights

• Status: Full Time
• Schedule: Tuesday‑Saturday; varied shift times 7a‑3p & 11:30a‑7:30p; rotating holidays
• Location: 20 Devonwood Drive, Farmington CT 06032
• Rate of Pay: $20‑$24 per hour

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Culinary Services with oversight of dining room operations and supervision of dining services team members.
• Maintain a customer-focused approach while managing dining room traffic flow and balancing service responsibilities among team members.
• Ensure leadership presence during meal times by greeting and seating residents, addressing concerns, and confirming satisfaction.
• Prepare staff schedules and assign tasks including table assignments, side work, and closing duties.
• Enforce standards for uniform appearance, customer service, and food handling practices.
• Train dining room team members on operating procedures, service standards, and menu education.
• Support efficient dining room operations within budgeted guidelines.
• Promote resident engagement and interact with residents during meal times to monitor satisfaction and address concerns.
• Ensure the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, and service quality in the dining room and wait stations.
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, health, and safety standards for all dining services team members.
• Operate in compliance with all state and federal regulations related to food service operations.
• Monitor food quality for presentation, temperature, and portion control; communicate feedback to kitchen staff and leadership.
• Evaluate table service for timing, etiquette, and thoroughness; provide coaching and service adjustments as needed.
• Monitor and adjust resident meal accounts to ensure accuracy.
• Ensure floor charts, table layouts, and dining room setups are accurate and properly maintained.
• Assist servers with table service as needed to support smooth operations.
• Record and track daily dining room sales transactions.
• Assist with ordering in assigned areas such as beverage or liquor inventory while maintaining budget compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in fine dining or high-end food service.
• Previous dining room supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, nights, and weekends.
• Excellent communication, organization, and customer service skills.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to motivate and support team members.
• Commitment to delivering a high-quality dining experience for residents.

Benefits

• 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

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.