Dining Services Finance & Operations Manager Senior Living

NEXDINE Hospitality; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 2,730,000 - 3,185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

EAP

Career Growth

Perks & Rewards

Job summary

NEXDINE Hospitality's Senior Living communities seek a Business Office Manager – Dining Services to oversee financial operations for dining programs, manage spend-downs, and support compliance.

You will partner with Dining, Finance, Operations, and Community Leadership to drive efficiency, accurate reporting, and a high-quality resident dining experience.

The role requires strong cost controls, budget experience, and collaboration with cross-functional teams in a mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Hospitality Management, Healthcare Administration, or related field preferred
• 2–4 years of experience in business office management, finance, or administrative support within senior living, healthcare, or hospitality
• Strong understanding of food and supply cost controls, labor management, and inventory systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial, purchasing, or labor management systems
• Experience working in a senior living environment preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly food, supply, and operating spend-downs in alignment with budgets and targets
• Monitor purchasing activity, invoices, and vendor statements for accuracy and timely processing
• Identify cost variances and opportunities for improved financial performance
• Support forecasting, budget planning, and month-end close activities
• Track floor stock and nourishment inventories and monitor cost allocation
• Coordinate with nursing and community teams to monitor nourishment usage
• Maintain documentation to support surveys, audits, and regulatory compliance
• Assist with payroll review and reconciliation
• Partner with leadership to adjust staffing plans based on occupancy and events
• Support onboarding and training of dining leaders on systems and reporting tools
• Participate in surveys, audits, and internal reviews related to dining operations

Skills

Financial acumen

Detail-oriented

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Hospitality Management, Healthcare Administration, or related field

Tools

Excel

Purchasing systems

Labor management systems

Job description

NEXDINE Hospitality's Senior Living communities seek a Business Office Manager – Dining Services to oversee financial operations for dining programs, manage spend-downs, and support compliance.

You will partner with Dining, Finance, Operations, and Community Leadership to drive efficiency, accurate reporting, and a high-quality resident dining experience.

The role requires strong cost controls, budget experience, and collaboration with cross-functional teams in a mission-driven environment.