Senior Living Dining Director — Culinary Leadership & Care

Cedarhurst Senior Living; Crown Point (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedarhurst Senior Living is seeking a Dining Services Director to lead the community dining program, ensuring nutritious meals and excellent hospitality for residents, families, and guests. You will oversee the dining team, kitchen operations, and vendor partnerships, while maintaining safety, budget, and quality standards.

Reporting to the Executive Director, this role requires culinary credentials or proven kitchen leadership, along with a focus on resident satisfaction, marketing support, and

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree with culinary training OR 3-5 years of culinary experience required.
• Applicable state/county licensure required.
• Food Manager Certification, or ability to obtain, is required.
• CPR or BLS certification preferred.
• Previous staff management and/or coaching and mentoring of dining services team experience is preferred.
• Experience in a senior living community is preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in common digital tools and applications, including Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Excel, Word), web-based platforms, electronic health record systems, and any HR-related systems as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Supervises 10-15 employees in the day-to-day presentation of dining services for seniors.
• Schedule staff on an ongoing basis and provide coverage when needed.
• Maintain communication with vendors and senior leadership teams.
• Support catering, room service, and marketing events as required.
• Manage inventories and control food costs within budget.

Education

Associate’s degree with culinary training

Food Manager Certification

CPR or BLS certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic health records

HR systems

Job description

Cedarhurst Senior Living is seeking a Dining Services Director to lead the community dining program, ensuring nutritious meals and excellent hospitality for residents, families, and guests. You will oversee the dining team, kitchen operations, and vendor partnerships, while maintaining safety, budget, and quality standards.

Reporting to the Executive Director, this role requires culinary credentials or proven kitchen leadership, along with a focus on resident satisfaction, marketing support, and