Food Service Director

Benchmark Senior Living; Avon (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A senior living community in Avon seeks a Food Service Director to lead a culinary team while ensuring exceptional meal service and compliance with dietary guidelines. This hands-on role emphasizes interaction with residents, providing a fulfilling opportunity within a supportive environment.

Benefits

8 holidays & 3 floating holidays

Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off

Discounted Meal Program

Associate Referral Bonus Program, up to $1,500

Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits; no enrollment waiting period

401k Retirement Plan with Company Match

Company-provided Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability

Qualifications

• Experience in food service operations and management.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Capacity to stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of food service professionals to prepare quality meals.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and dietary guidelines.
• Address resident concerns regarding food service immediately.

Skills

Knowledge of dietary procedures

Ability to follow instructions

Excellent customer service

Job description

River Ridge at Avon, Avon, Connecticut, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Friday, June 20, 2025 at 4:00 AM

River Ridge at Avon invites you to connect with your calling, find purpose in your career, and gain lifelong relationships through the power of human connection by transforming the lives of seniors! The Food Service Director will be working in a hospitality model kitchen, cooking, serving, and interacting with residents of our assisted living care facility. If you are an experienced culinary professional with a passion for interacting with people and a desire to work for a great company that stresses a strong work-life balance, this is the ideal opportunity for you!

While the Food Service Director position does contain several management duties, this is not a full administrative position. We expect this individual to be hands-on and, on the line, helping your cooks prepare and serve food at least 2 shifts per week. In addition, this person is expected to become integrated in the Benchmark community, interacting with residents and resident families and when necessary, acting as a liaison between residents and your staff.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for managing a team of food service professionals as you prepare quality meals for our residents Completing daily administrative reports
• Ensuring compliance with state, federal and local regulations as well as Benchmark’s S&P’s
• Reporting all accidents and incidents to Executive Director
• Assuring that planned menus are followed in accordance with established dietary guidelines records
• Assuring cleanliness of all work areas
• Inspecting food storage rooms, utility janitorial closets, etc. for upkeep, supply, and infection control
• Reviewing all temperature documentation of freezers, refrigerators, etc. for proper temperatures
• Addressing resident concerns or any problems with service immediately
• Managing department budget and maintain adequate financial records and cost reports
• Conducting monthly food advisory board meetings with residents and keeping minutes

Requirements

• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
• Must have knowledge of dietary procedures and related Health Department regulations and guidelines for food service operations.
• Must be able to serve food and beverages for residents in a prompt and efficient manner.
• Be able to lift up to 50lbs.
• This is primarily a standing position, required to stand in one place for extended periods.

As a community leader at Benchmark, you will have access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following:

• 8 holidays & 3 floating holidays
• Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off3
• Discounted Meal Program
• Associate Referral Bonus Program, up to $1,500
• Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs
• Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits; no enrollment waiting period
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Company-provided Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability

River Ridge at Avon, Avon, Connecticut, United States of America