Director of Dining Services

QSL Management; Santa Rosa Beach (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

QSL Management is seeking a Director of Dining Services for The Barclay at Santa Rosa Beach to lead the dietary department, oversee daily operations, and implement menus that delight residents. This role requires two years leading culinary staff, ServSafe and Food Manager certifications, and a commitment to safety, cleanliness, and regulatory compliance.

The successful candidate will cook and prepare meals as needed, supervise staff across shifts, including holidays and weekends, and drive

Qualifications

• Must have a caring heart and willingness to serve others.
• Two years of related culinary experience in a lead cook or higher role; Associate/ bachelor's degree in culinary/hospitality.
• Two years of managing staff in hospitality/restaurant or long-term care facility (preferred); ServSafe Certification; Food Manager Certification.
• Self-motivation and creativity in culinary experience a plus.
• Experience handling regulatory agencies and state requirements; knowledge of POS systems.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts including holidays and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provides organizational structure and ensures effective and efficient daily operations for the dietary department, including menu implementation, staff scheduling, and supply ordering for a world-class dining experience for residents.
• Demonstrates commitment to excellence in food quality and service quality.
• Maintains a kitchen and dining environment that promotes teamwork, safety, proper hygiene and cleanliness.
• Maintains compliance with regulatory agencies and state requirements.
• Will be required to cook and prepare meals.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Food preparation

Menu planning

Staff scheduling

Regulatory compliance

Food safety

Customer service

Education

Associate degree in culinary/hospitality

Bachelor’s degree in culinary/hospitality

Tools

POS system

Job description

Description

QSL Management is a fast-growing senior living company with ample opportunities for advancement. Our mission is to provide seniors with luxurious and comfortable resort-style homes while promoting wellness, security, longevity, family, joy, and self-worth. We believe in fostering an environment in which our team members can grow and thrive, and we are looking for leaders who exemplify our core values of Excellence, Compassion, Respect, Leadership, Integrity, Safety, & Joy. We are looking for team members who want to serve others.

We offer a competitive wage and an excellent benefits package. Plus, we have a great work environment where you can make a difference in the lives of older adults.

We are currently looking for a Director of Dining Services for The Barclay at Santa Rosa Beach.

Primary Responsibilities of the Director of Dining Services:

• Provides organizational structure and ensures effective and efficient daily operations for the dietary department to include menu implementation, staff scheduling, ordering supplies to ensure world class dining experience to residents
• Demonstrates a commitment to excellence in food quality and service quality
• Maintains a kitchen and dining environment that promotes teamwork, safety, proper hygiene and cleanliness.
• Maintains compliance with regulatory agencies and state requirements
• Will be required to cook and prepare meals.

Requirements

Education/Experience/Certification

• Must have a caring heart, willing to serve others
• MUST have 2 years of related culinary experience in a lead cook or higher role Associate/ bachelor's degree in culinary/hospitality
• 2 years of experience in managing staff in the hospitality/restaurant industry or a long-term care facility (preferred) ServSafe Certification; Food Manager Certification
• Self-motivation and creativity in culinary experience a plus
• Experience in handling regulatory agencies and state requirements Knowledge of a POS system preferred
• Must be flexible to work a variety of shifts including holiday and weekends

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities