Dining Services Director, Senior Living Champion

The Claiborne

Kennesaw (GA)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Company-paid life insurance
Paid time off and paid holidays
Short- and long-term disability
Critical illness and accident coverage

Job summary

Claiborne Senior Living is seeking an experienced Culinary Services Director to lead all dining services for our residents. This hands-on role focuses on high-quality, nutritious meals within a clean, safe, and welcoming dining environment.

The ideal leader takes ownership of outcomes, demonstrates integrity, and champions quality and consistency, with our culture at the core of every decision. Collaboration with clinical and activities teams is essential.

Qualifications

  • Experience leading dining services in senior living or healthcare settings.
  • Strong organizational and communication abilities.
  • Knowledge of nutritional guidelines and special diets.
  • Proven ability to mentor and develop a culinary team.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all dining services operations including food quality and safety
  • Develop menus meeting nutritional needs and special diets
  • Ensure compliance with state and federal food service regulations
  • Recruit, train, and supervise dining staff
  • Manage inventory within budget
  • Maintain clean and welcoming dining areas
  • Coordinate with Activities team for events
  • Communicate with residents and families to address feedback
  • Monitor resident satisfaction and drive improvements
  • Drive service standards and dining experience

Skills

Management experience
Leadership
Budgeting
Food safety
ServSafe

Job description

Claiborne Senior Living is seeking an experienced Culinary Services Director to lead all dining services for our residents. This hands-on role focuses on high-quality, nutritious meals within a clean, safe, and welcoming dining environment.

The ideal leader takes ownership of outcomes, demonstrates integrity, and champions quality and consistency, with our culture at the core of every decision. Collaboration with clinical and activities teams is essential.

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