Director of Dining Services

Commonwealth Senior Living; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth Senior Living in Williamsburg, VA seeks a Dining Services Director to lead the resident dining program. You will oversee kitchen operations, menu planning, food safety, and service quality, while mentoring staff to deliver warm, responsive care.

The role emphasizes cost control, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with the Executive Director to create a memorable dining experience that reflects our core values.

Qualifications

• Certification in the Food Handlers Course or equivalent.
• Previous management experience in the food service industry.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Willingness and ability to learn new tasks.
• Must be available to work varied shifts and weekends.
• Ability to lift heavy objects; stand and walk short distances throughout the day. Ability to tolerate heat from the kitchen.
• Must be free of communicable diseases.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals to residents in a safe sanitary manner.
• Prepare food for regular and therapeutic diets according to menu and doctors’ orders.
• Maintain food quantities in accordance with schedules.
• Maintain proper food temperatures and record temperatures.
• Develop and utilize inventory control procedures.
• Purchase food, supplies, and equipment as required.
• Ensure 72-hour emergency food and water supply per regulations.
• Supervise dining department associates and assist in scheduling.

Skills

Food safety certification

Management experience

English literacy

Willingness to learn

Ability to work varied shifts/weekends

Physical ability

Health clearance

Job description

Commonwealth Senior Living in Williamsburg, VA seeks a Dining Services Director to lead the resident dining program. You will oversee kitchen operations, menu planning, food safety, and service quality, while mentoring staff to deliver warm, responsive care.

The role emphasizes cost control, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with the Executive Director to create a memorable dining experience that reflects our core values.