Food and Beverage Director

QUAIL PARK OF LYNNWOOD; Lynnwood (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Quail Park of Lynnwood in Lynnwood, WA seeks a Food & Beverage Director to supervise multiple dining venues, uphold culinary excellence, and lead front- and back-of-house teams. You will partner with the Executive Chef, manage budgets, and maintain health and safety standards while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

This role requires strong leadership, financial acumen, and a passion for hospitality in a senior living setting.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of food service leadership experience.
• Experience in hospitality, senior living, or restaurant management.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Budgeting, forecasting, and expense control experience.
• Excellent communication and guest relations skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily food and beverage operations across all dining venues to ensure seamless, high-quality service and guest satisfaction.
• Lead, train, and inspire both front-of-house and back-of-house teams — promoting teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
• Partner closely with the Executive Chef to maintain culinary excellence, menu innovation, and compliance with all health and safety standards.
• Manage departmental budgets, inventory, vendor relationships, and financial performance to ensure efficiency and profitability.
• Maintain fine dining standards in ambiance, cleanliness, and presentation throughout all venues.
• Engage with residents and guests during meals to build relationships, address feedback, and ensure a memorable experience.
• Support event planning and execution in collaboration with the Life Engagement and Marketing teams, ensuring smooth coordination of special events and promotions.
• Conduct regular team meetings and pre-shift huddles to communicate goals, expectations, and celebrate success.
• Lead staffing responsibilities, including hiring, scheduling, evaluations, and ongoing coaching and development.
• Uphold company policies, procedures, and Living Care brand standards — ensuring every dining experience reflects our values of care and excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Financial management

Budgets & forecasting

Organization

Guest relations

MS Office

POS systems

Tools

POS systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Quail Park of Lynnwood | Lynnwood, WA

Are you a hospitality leader who takes pride in creating memorable dining experiences? Quail Park of Lynnwood is looking for a Food & Beverage Director to oversee our multiple dining venues and culinary operations — ensuring exceptional service, delicious cuisine, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere for residents, guests, and families.

Quail Park of Lynnwood offers a vibrant, people-centered culture where integrity, respect, and care for others guide everything we do.

What You’ll Do
Food Services Manager | Restaurant Manager | Food and Beverage Manager

• Oversee daily food and beverage operations across all dining venues to ensure seamless, high-quality service and guest satisfaction.

• Lead, train, and inspire both front-of-house and back-of-house teams — promoting teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

• Partner closely with the Executive Chef to maintain culinary excellence, menu innovation, and compliance with all health and safety standards.

• Manage departmental budgets, inventory, vendor relationships, and financial performance to ensure efficiency and profitability.

• Maintain fine dining standards in ambiance, cleanliness, and presentation throughout all venues.

• Engage with residents and guests during meals to build relationships, address feedback, and ensure a memorable experience.

• Support event planning and execution in collaboration with the Life Engagement and Marketing teams, ensuring smooth coordination of special events and promotions.

• Conduct regular team meetings and pre-shift huddles to communicate goals, expectations, and celebrate success.

• Lead staffing responsibilities, including hiring, scheduling, evaluations, and ongoing coaching and development.

• Uphold company policies, procedures, and Living Care brand standards — ensuring every dining experience reflects our values of care and excellence.

What We’re Looking For
Food Services Manager | Restaurant Manager | Food and Beverage Manager

• At least 5 years of food service leadership experience (hospitality, senior living, or restaurant management preferred).

• Strong leadership and team development skills with the ability to foster a positive, collaborative culture.

• Proven financial management experience, including budgeting, forecasting, and expense control.

• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to balance priorities and manage multiple venues.

• Excellent communication and guest relations skills, with a focus on service recovery and continuous improvement.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with POS systems.

• Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed in a hospitality environment.

Why Join Us?

At Quail Park of Lynnwood, you’ll be part of a passionate leadership team dedicated to excellence in both service and care. We offer a supportive, collaborative environment where your expertise will shape the dining experience and bring joy to our residents every day.

Join us in continuing the tradition of excellence that defines Living Care Lifestyles and Quail Park Communities — where care, connection, and community come first.
See Benefits:

Compensation: $90,000 - $115,000 (+Bonus eligible)

Ready to make a lasting impact?

We are an equal opportunity employer.