Senior Living Dining Director - Culinary & Team Leader

The Aspenwood Company - The Doliver of Tanglewood; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Discounted pricing

Holiday pay and floating holiday

PTO rollover

Employee Assistance Program

Paycheck advances

Healthcare options

Financial hardship programs

Compassionate leave

PTO cashout

Job summary

The Aspenwood Company - The Doliver of Tanglewood is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead the dining services team in a senior living community. You will oversee menu planning, dietary needs, and daily service for residents and staff, ensuring top-quality dining experiences.

Five-plus years as an Executive Chef with three years in management, plus three-to-five years in senior living dining, are preferred.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree preferred but not required
• Five+ years as an Executive Chef with three years in management/administrative roles, ideally as Assistant Director including budgeting
• Three to five years’ experience in senior living dining services

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise the dining services department to serve residents, employees, and guests.
• Provide technical guidance over menu planning, dietary needs, and food preparation and service.
• Supervise and evaluate staff across food preparation and dining operations.
• Develop and monitor the dining services budget, ensuring cost control and quality.
• Ensure health, safety, and sanitation standards are met and comply with regulations.
• Coordinate with other departments for events and cohesive dining experiences.
• Train and mentor staff to foster a positive, efficient work environment.
• Address issues to assure resident and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Serve Safe Certification

Communication skills

Background check

Drug screening

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

The Aspenwood Company - The Doliver of Tanglewood is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead the dining services team in a senior living community. You will oversee menu planning, dietary needs, and daily service for residents and staff, ensuring top-quality dining experiences.

Five-plus years as an Executive Chef with three years in management, plus three-to-five years in senior living dining, are preferred.