Senior Living Dining Director & Chef Leader

Senior Living Residences (SLR); Farmington (NM); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Free meals during shifts

Tuition rewards program

Job summary

Senior Living Residences (SLR) seeks a Director of Dining Experience to manage the culinary department for a senior living community. This role oversees staff training, inventory control, budgeting, and event setup to deliver high-quality meals and service, ensuring a welcoming dining environment for residents.

The position emphasizes leadership, food safety, and exceptional guest relations, with a full-time schedule and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Education: Degree in Culinary Arts or Restaurant Service preferred.
• Certification: Food Safety certification required.
• Experience: Previous experience cooking in a similar environment, working under pressure in a fast-paced setting, with ability to lead a team.
• Physical requirements: Lifting trays and dishes occasionally, moving dining tables and furniture.
• Communication: Ability to communicate effectively with residents and co-workers.
• Punctuality & reliability: Our residents rely on us to assist them with daily living activities and we expect our associates to deliver on this promise.
• Required Experience: Director

Responsibilities

• The Director of Dining Experience leads the culinary operation, training and supervising staff, managing inventory and equipment, and overseeing budgets and events to ensure a gracious dining experience for residents.

Skills

Team leadership

Education

Degree in Culinary Arts or Restaurant Service

Job description

Senior Living Residences (SLR) seeks a Director of Dining Experience to manage the culinary department for a senior living community. This role oversees staff training, inventory control, budgeting, and event setup to deliver high-quality meals and service, ensuring a welcoming dining environment for residents.

The position emphasizes leadership, food safety, and exceptional guest relations, with a full-time schedule and comprehensive benefits.