Director of Dining Services

Horizon Hospitality; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 115,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

403(b) retirement plan

Quality-of-life schedule

Job summary

Horizon Hospitality seeks a Dining Services Director for a premier Asheville senior living community. This executive role shapes hospitality across multiple venues, including dining and care levels, and leads a dedicated team to deliver exceptional culinary experiences.

Responsibilities include strategic vision, budget management, and culinary innovation aligned with brain health and longevity trends. Strong leadership and resident engagement are essential for success in this highly regarded

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressive leadership in multi‑venue dining operations.
• Experience managing budgets, labor, and inventory with strong cost controls.
• Ability to build, retain and inspire large teams while fostering a positive culture.

Responsibilities

• Set strategic vision and hospitality standards across dining venues, catering and care levels.
• Manage annual operating and capital budgets, labor, food costs, and inventory.
• Champion culinary innovation with nutrition and longevity principles in menu design.
• Provide leadership to Executive Chef, Assistant Directors, Administrative staff and frontline team.
• Engage residents and families, incorporating feedback into program design.
• Partner with campus planning for new venues and concepts.
• Oversee NC ABC alcohol service compliance and staff certifications.

Skills

Leadership

Budget oversight

Procurement

Team leadership

Guest relations

Alcoh ol service oversight

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

A premier, upscale senior living community in picturesque Asheville, NC is seeking a dynamic Dining Services Director to lead its multi-venue dining operations. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville offers an exceptional lifestyle blending a vibrant arts and dining scene, rich cultural heritage, and abundant outdoor recreation. This executive role goes beyond daily meal execution; it is an opportunity to shape a best-in‑class hospitality culture where food serves as a catalyst for connection, joy, and longevity. The position oversees campus‑wide culinary programming, high‑end venues, and catering across independent living and care levels, leading a dedicated team while driving forward‑thinking culinary concepts.

Dining Services Director Responsibilities

• Set the strategic vision and best-in‑class hospitality standards across all dining venues, catering, and care levels.
• Manage annual operating and capital budgets, controlling labor, food costs, and inventory while maintaining exceptional service quality.
• Champion culinary innovation, integrating brain health and longevity nutrition principles into menu design in alignment with emerging industry trends.
• Provide direct leadership and mentorship to the Executive Chef, Assistant Directors of Dining Services, Administrative Assistant, Purchasing Coordinator, and frontline staff.
• Build meaningful relationships with residents and families, incorporating resident voice into program design while handling community feedback with discretion and warmth.
• Partner cross‑departmentally on campus master planning, including the operational design and launch of future rooftop and specialized venue concepts.
• Oversee NC ABC alcohol service compliance, staff certifications, and responsible beverage protocols across campus venues.

Dining Services Director Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience in high‑volume, multi‑venue dining operations (luxury senior living, upscale resort, or multi‑unit hospitality environments).
• Proven expertise in budget oversight, labor optimization, procurement, and financial control.
• Demonstrated ability to build, retain, and inspire large, diverse teams while fostering a positive workplace culture.
• Strong hospitality mindset with a passion for personalized guest relations and community engagement.
• Familiarity with NC ABC regulations or multi‑venue alcohol service oversight.
• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, Business, or related field preferred.

Compensation Package Details

• Base Salary: $115,000 – $120,000 + 12% bonus potential
• Health Benefits: Generous employer-sponsored health coverage with 80% of premiums paid by the organization
• Retirement Plan: 403(b) plan featuring a highly competitive employer match of up to 6%
• Schedule: Favorable quality‑of‑life hours (working primarily 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday–Friday)