Director of Dining Services Temporary Position - Coverage During Leave of Absence

Greenbrier Senior Living; Fairhope (AL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Great benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Holiday Pay programs

Growth and advancement opportunities

Job summary

A senior living community in Fairhope, Alabama is looking for a Director of Dining Services for a temporary position. This role involves designing and overseeing the dining experience, training kitchen staff, and maintaining high standards of food quality and safety. Ideal candidates will have a culinary degree and at least 5 years of experience in a high-end food service environment. This position offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in food service management.
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Serve Safe certification required; restaurant sanitation certification preferred.
• 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in a high-volume, high-end food service environment (hotel/resort) required.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and oversee fine dining experience including menus.
• Train kitchen staff and maintain sanitation standards.
• Take inventory and place food orders.
• Ensure quality food production and preparation.
• Maintain proper sanitation and safety in food preparation areas.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Culinary degree or equivalent training

Certificate in food service supervision

Serve safe certification

Additional certification in restaurant sanitation

Experience in a high-volume, high-end food service environment

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent training

Certificate in food service supervision

Serve Safe certification

Restaurant sanitation certification (preferred)

Job description

3107 Timberlake Road
Vestavia Hills, AL35243

Greenbrier Senior Living

Director of Dining Services Temporary Position - Coverage During Leave of Absence

About the Company:
We are a premier senior living retirement community dedicated to creating a welcoming, warm environment for the residents who call our community home. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive rewards program, and a true team environment. If you are looking for a challenging and highly rewarding career, we want to hear from you!

What You Will Do:

• Design, plan, and oversee fine dining experience, including menus and presentation.
• Train kitchen staff in proper procedures; supervise and schedule staff; maintain associate records.
• Take weekly inventory of all dining services supplies and food. Place orders.
• Prepare food in compliance with all applicable food service rules, regulations, and guidelines. Ensure high standards of quality food production, nutrition, and portion control. Ensure sufficient quantity of food is prepared to meet requirements; food is served at proper temperature, appears attractive, and tastes appealing.
• Maintain proper sanitation and safety in food preparation areas.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• The position falls under the direct supervision of the Executive Director but is expected to perform independently and exercise good judgment. The position supervises, directs, and reviews the work of other employees and participates in performance appraisals and disciplinary action up to and including terminations.

Why You Are Qualified:
The ideal candidate will have the following:

• Culinary degree or equivalent training required
• Certificate in food service supervision required
• Serve safe certification required
• Prefer additional certification in restaurant sanitation
• At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in a high-volume, high-end food service environment (hotel/resort) required
• On a daily basis, throughout the workday: Must be capable of sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, reaching, turning, bending, stooping, crouching and kneeling, reaching over the head, grasping with both hands, and fine manipulation. Must physically be able to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted.

Why You Should Apply:

• Competitive pay.
• Great benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and more.
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holiday Pay programs

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Hired candidates will be required to successfully complete a criminal background check, valid references, pre-employment drug test, physical and proof of employment eligibility. EOE.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.