Dining Services Director

Cascade Living Group; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Health Insurance (eligible)

401K with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Cascade Living Group is seeking a Dining Services Director for Cascades of Bend to lead the dining services department and deliver five-star service to residents. You’ll oversee staffing, budgeting, inventory, safety, and vendor relationships while upholding a culture of wellness and compassionate care.

The role requires supervision experience in upscale settings, strong communication, and the ability to plan menus within budget.

Qualifications

• Preferred five years of direct supervision and management experience in high-end senior living communities, hotels or country clubs.
• Experience and/or training in nutrition, food preparation, safe food handling techniques and food service management.
• Ability to hire, train and provide leadership for Food and Dining personnel.
• Compassionate and professional representation of the community.

Responsibilities

• Ensure meals are prepared on time and served efficiently.
• Maintain the highest possible quality and consistency in resident dining.
• Demonstrate strong time management managing multiple priorities.
• Oversee budget and maintain records and reports.
• Develop and implement inventory control procedures.
• Ensure kitchen and dining room cleanliness.
• Work on special events monthly.
• Evaluate employee performance and recruit/train new staff.
• Promote Cascade Living's mission, values and beliefs.

Skills

Leadership experience

Menu planning

Budget management

Communication skills

Food service management

Education

Nutrition/food handling training

Job description

As the Dining Services Director for Cascades of Bend, you’re responsible for overall management of the dining services department team and operations. You’ll lead the way in providing five-star service to our residents, which makes you an integral part of the community’s culture.

What we look for in a Dining Services Director:

• Preferred five years of direct supervision and management experience in high-end senior living communities, hotels or country clubs
• Creativity to the art of food preparation, while also being able to plan menus daily and within budget
• Experience and/or training in nutrition, food preparation, safe food handling techniques and food service management
• Compassionate individuals who will represent our community in a positive and professional manner
• Effective communicator who connects with staff, residents and their families
• Strong customer service skills with ability to problem solve
• Ability to hire, train and provide leadership for Food and Dining personnel
• Ownership attitude and able to stay focused despite interruptions throughout the day

What you can expect to do:

• Ensure meals are prepared on time and served efficiently
• Make a significant contribution to the quality of life our residents by maintaining the highest possible quality and consistency
• Demonstrate organizational skills around time management as you manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Oversee a budget and maintain records and reports
• Develop and implement inventory control procedures
• Ensure cleanliness in both kitchen and dining room
• Work on special events on a monthly basis
• Evaluate employee performance and assume responsibility for recruiting, hiring and training new employees
• Promote the mission, values and beliefs of Cascade Living

Required Certifications:

• Food Workers Card

$30.00 - $32.00/hour
*Depending on Experience

Job Type:

• Full Time
• Weekend Availability Required

Cascade Living Group Benefit Offerings:

• Competitive wages
• Career Pathways
• Health Insurance (for those eligible)
• Voluntary benefits (Disability, Accident, Life)
• Flexible Pet Insurance for cats and dogs
• 401K (with company match)
• Payroll advances on earned wages
• Perks at Work Discount Program
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Education Assistance
• Longevity Bonuses

Cascade Living is committed to the quality of life around us, as individuals and as a company. You’ll find that we’re different as our focus is to create a culture of wellness and purposeful living for both residents and employees alike. This is why our motto is:

The Difference Between Living and Living Well…

Cascades of Bend (Assisted Living and Memory Care) provides care for residents and their families coming from all over the region. We invite you to learn more about us at:

https://www.cascadeliving.com/community/cascades-of-bend/

Cascade Living Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All offers of employment are conditioned on passing a background check.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability during the application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at 360-979-0149 or [e-mail].