Hands-On Dining Services Director | Community Impact

Benchmark Senior Living; Mystic (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8 holidays & 3 floating holidays

Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid T0

Discounted Meal Program

Associate Referral Bonus Program, up 到

Job summary

Benchmark Senior Living is seeking a proactive Food Service Director to lead a hospitality-model kitchen, cook, serve, and engage with residents in our assisted living care facility in Mystic, CT. You will stay hands-on, supporting cooks on the line for at least two shifts weekly and act as a liaison between residents and staff.

The role combines management duties with direct service, emphasizing community engagement, dietary compliance, and quality meals in a resident-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Follow written and oral instructions.
• Knowledge of dietary procedures and related Health Department regulations for food service operations.
• Able to serve food and beverages for residents promptly.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Primarily a standing position, required to stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of food service professionals and oversee daily operations.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal and local regulations as well as Benchmark's S&P's.
• Report all accidents and incidents to Executive Director.
• Assure that planned menus are followed in accordance with established dietary guidelines.
• Assure cleanliness of all work areas.
• Inspect food storage rooms, utility janitorial closets, etc. for upkeep, supply, and infection control.
• Review all temperature documentation of freezers, refrigerators, etc. for proper temperatures.
• Address resident concerns or any problems with service immediately.
• Manage department budget and maintain adequate financial records and cost reports.
• Conduct monthly food advisory board meetings with residents and keeping minutes.
• Work minimum one weekend day every work week.

Skills

Team leadership

Food service operations

Health regulations

Customer service

Job description

Benchmark Senior Living is seeking a proactive Food Service Director to lead a hospitality-model kitchen, cook, serve, and engage with residents in our assisted living care facility in Mystic, CT. You will stay hands-on, supporting cooks on the line for at least two shifts weekly and act as a liaison between residents and staff.

The role combines management duties with direct service, emphasizing community engagement, dietary compliance, and quality meals in a resident-centered environment.