Dining Services Director

Sunrise Senior Living; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading senior living community as a Dining Services Coordinator I, where you will oversee dining operations, ensuring high-quality food service and resident satisfaction. This role requires strong leadership skills and a commitment to health and safety standards. Enjoy a fulfilling career while making a positive impact on residents' lives.

Benefits

Health Plans

Retirement Savings

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Bonuses

Qualifications

• Requires 2-3 years supervising kitchen/dining operations.
• Experience in volume cooking and knowledge of nutrition.

Responsibilities

• Oversee dining and hospitality operations, including food preparation.
• Manage inventory and ensure compliance with health regulations.
• Hire, train, and evaluate team members.

Skills

Organizational Ability

Flexibility

Budgeting Skills

Education

ServSafe Certification

Job description

When you join Sunrise Senior Living, you will be able to use your unique skills to empower residents to live longer, healthier, and happier lives. Not only will you build meaningful relationships with residents, their families, and team members, but you will also find joy and fulfillment in serving others. Explore how you can follow your passions and contribute to a meaningful community.

Sunrise Senior Living has been recognized as a Great Place to Work by Activated Insights, earning this distinction for the 7th time, which highlights our exceptional workplace culture.

Community Name

Brighton Gardens of Friendship Heights

Job ID

2025-228546

Job Overview

"Sunrise is the best place that I've ever worked, because of the people. We provide quality care in a home-like environment, focusing on doing what’s right for the resident." - Sunrise Leader The Dining Services Coordinator I oversees dining and hospitality operations, including food preparation, dietary modifications, procurement, financial management, staffing, sanitation, record keeping, inventory, compliance, and resident communication to ensure high satisfaction levels.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Supporting our Mission, Principles of Service, and Core Values is essential. The key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Preparation & Food Service: Deliver high-quality food and service, adhere to menus, control portions, ensure dietary compliance, and support special events.
2. Resident Focus: Collaborate with wellness and dietitian teams, participate in resident meetings, and seek feedback for menu improvement.
3. Supplies & Risk Management: Manage inventory, ensure HACCP and health regulations compliance, and promote safety practices.
4. Food Safety & Sanitation: Maintain cleanliness, record temperatures and sanitation logs, and partner with maintenance for equipment care.
5. Financial Management: Manage budgets, review financial statements, and conduct inventories.
6. Training & Leadership: Hire, train, coach, and evaluate team members, conduct meetings, and ensure compliance with regulations and training requirements.

Experience & Qualifications: Requires 2-3 years supervising kitchen/dining operations, volume cooking experience, ServSafe certification, knowledge of nutrition and modified diets, budgeting skills, organizational ability, and flexibility to work weekends and evenings.

About Sunrise

Join us to make a meaningful impact, celebrate your unique contributions, and enjoy growth opportunities. Our benefits include health plans, retirement savings, paid time off, daily pay options, tuition reimbursement, and bonuses, among others.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Employment is contingent upon passing drug tests, health screenings, and complying with vaccination mandates as per laws.

Compensation Disclaimer

Compensation is competitive and based on location, skills, experience, and certifications.