Dining Services Director

Charter Senior Living; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Free medical insurance plan available

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Training

PTO and Holiday Pay

Career growth opportunities

Reliable hours and stable leadership

Job summary

Charter Senior Living’s Calumet Trace Senior Living in Owensboro, KY, seeks a Dining Services Director / Executive Chef to lead the community's dining operations. You will oversee menu planning, staff leadership, budgeting, and compliance to deliver exceptional meals that support resident well-being and satisfaction.

This full-time leadership role requires a passion for hospitality, strong budgeting and food safety knowledge, and the ability to foster a positive kitchen culture.

Qualifications

• Experience leading dining operations in senior living or healthcare settings.
• Strong budgeting, food cost controls, and inventory management.
• Leadership and staff development experience; knowledge of sanitation and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all dining services operations for the community.
• Establish and maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and customer service.
• Plan menus meeting resident preferences, nutritional needs, and budget guidelines.
• Recruit, train, schedule, and develop dining services staff.
• Maintain staffing levels and inventory; manage budgets and labor productivity.
• Oversee purchasing, receiving, storage, and inventory control; ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Inventory management

Staff development

Food safety

Hospitality

Customer service

Job description

Now Hiring: Dining Services Director / Executive Chef

Salary Range: $65,000–$70,000 per year
Location: Calumet Trace Senior Living – Owensboro, KY
Schedule: Full-Time | Leadership Role

Dining Services Director / Executive Chef – Senior Living

Calumet Trace Senior Living, located in Owensboro, KY, is seeking a passionate and experienced Dining Services Director / Executive Chef to lead our dining operations within an assisted living community. This is a high-impact leadership role for a culinary professional who understands that food is more than nutrition—it is central to quality of life, connection, and resident satisfaction.

Guided by our mission—To Enhance the Human Spirit—we are committed to creating an environment where residents feel cared for and employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow their careers.

Position Summary

The Dining Services Director / Executive Chef is responsible for the overall management and success of the Dining Services Department, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, service, safety, and hospitality. This role oversees menu planning, food preparation, staff leadership, budgeting, and regulatory compliance while delivering a dining experience that enhances residents’ daily lives.

This leader promotes a strong understanding among team members that dining services play a critical role in resident wellbeing, satisfaction, and community reputation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all dining services operations for the community

• Establish and maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and customer service

• Plan menus that meet resident preferences, nutritional needs, and budget guidelines

• Recruit, train, schedule, and develop dining services staff

• Maintain appropriate staffing levels and food/supply inventory

• Manage department budgets, food costs, and labor productivity

• Oversee purchasing, receiving, storage, and inventory control

• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations

• Promote energy conservation, waste reduction, and portion control

• Foster a positive, team-oriented kitchen culture focused on service excellence

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience as a Dining Services Director, Executive Chef, or Kitchen Manager

• Assisted Living, Senior Living, Healthcare, or Hospitality experience strongly preferred

• Strong knowledge of budgeting, food cost controls, and inventory management

• Proven leadership and staff development experience

• Working knowledge of kitchen sanitation, food safety, and regulatory standards

• Passion for hospitality and enhancing resident quality of life

Pay, Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary: $50,000–$60,000 annually

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• Free medical insurance plan available

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance options

• Paid Training, Paid Time Off (PTO), and Holiday Pay

• Career growth and advancement opportunities

• Reliable hours and a stable leadership schedule

• Supportive work environment where your voice is heard and respected

Mission & Core Values

Mission: To Enhance the Human Spirit

Core Values:

• Serve with Heart

• Serve with Purpose

• Serve with Courage

• Have Fun While Serving

Why Calumet Trace Senior Living?

Our team members often say:

“It truly feels like a family here.”
“The residents become an extension of your own family.”
“The company actually lives its mission and values.”
“We are encouraged to have fun while serving—and it shows every day.”

Calumet Trace Senior Living is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.