Senior Dining Services Director — Culinary Leadership

Harmony Senior Services; Hockessin (DE); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Training & Development

Career laddering

Great work-life balance

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services seeks a Dining Services Director to oversee all dining operations for our senior community. You will hire, train, and supervise staff, ensuring meals are prepared and served in compliance with health and safety standards.

You will develop menus, monitor budgets, and maintain strong resident relations while coordinating with maintenance on equipment and upkeep. Flexibility and leadership are essential to meet resident dietary needs.

Qualifications

• Must be a high school graduate.
• Must possess a Food Service Manager Certificate and/or meet regulatory requirements.
• ServSafe Certification required.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Willingness to work flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and carry heavy objects up to 20 ft.

Responsibilities

• Oversees all dining services operations for residents, staff and guests.
• Hires, trains, and supervises dining staff; maintains sanitation and health compliance.
• Develops monthly menus and ensures timely meal service and portion control.
• Manages inventory and ordering; maintains budget for food, supplies and labor.
• Coordinates with maintenance for preventive maintenance of dining equipment.

Skills

Staff management

Customer service

Leadership

Flexibility

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Food Service Manager Certificate

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Harmony Senior Services seeks a Dining Services Director to oversee all dining operations for our senior community. You will hire, train, and supervise staff, ensuring meals are prepared and served in compliance with health and safety standards.

You will develop menus, monitor budgets, and maintain strong resident relations while coordinating with maintenance on equipment and upkeep. Flexibility and leadership are essential to meet resident dietary needs.