Senior Living Dining Experience Director

Better Living Inc.; Charles City (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Better Living Inc. is seeking a Culinary Director to lead all dining operations and deliver a dining experience that reflects our brand promise.

This role focuses on menu development, food safety, budgeting, team leadership, and resident engagement to support occupancy growth through hospitality excellence. This position emphasizes leadership with heart, partnership with care teams, and creating meaningful moments for residents and families.

Qualifications

• 3+ years culinary leadership in senior living, hospitality, healthcare, or related sectors.
• Experience managing kitchen staff and food budgets.
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets is preferred.
• ServSafe certified or ability to obtain certification.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead all dining operations and ensure high-quality resident experiences.
• Develop seasonal menus and ensure food safety compliance.
• Manage budgets, inventory, and labor to control costs.
• Coach and supervise culinary staff and foster heart-first leadership.
• Engage residents through initiatives, events, and marketing support.
• Coordinate with care teams and Life Enrichment for purposeful programming.
• Support tours and community marketing events to drive occupancy.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Staff management

Budget management

Food safety & ServSafe

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Team development

Education

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Better Living Inc. is seeking a Culinary Director to lead all dining operations and deliver a dining experience that reflects our brand promise.

This role focuses on menu development, food safety, budgeting, team leadership, and resident engagement to support occupancy growth through hospitality excellence. This position emphasizes leadership with heart, partnership with care teams, and creating meaningful moments for residents and families.