Senior Living Dining Experience Director

Merrill Gardens; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Daily meal per shift

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Pet insurance

Advance pay

Career advancement

Job summary

Merrill Gardens in Seattle is seeking a Dining Services Director to lead our dining operations for a senior living community. You will oversee food preparation, service, sanitation, budgeting, and team development to deliver exceptional experiences for residents.

Ideal candidates bring seven years of food service with at least two years in leadership, strong HACCP knowledge, and ServSafe certification. This role emphasizes hospitality, teamwork, and adherence to safety standards within a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate or bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts or related field preferred.
• Minimum of seven years of food service experience and at least two years of leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, storage, and handling procedures.
• ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain) and HACCP understanding.
• Strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of dining services operations, including food prep, service, sanitation, inventory, and budgeting.
• Create an exceptional dining experience that exceeds resident expectations for quality and service.
• Build strong relationships with residents and respond promptly to feedback and concerns.
• Hire, train, coach, and develop dining services team members.
• Manage staffing schedules and labor resources to support operations.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, HACCP, and company standards.
• Oversee food and supply ordering while maintaining budget goals.
• Partner with culinary leadership to develop menus and programs reflecting resident preferences.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming dining environment for residents, guests, and staff.
• Support community events and foster hospitality and service excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Food safety

ServSafe

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor's in Culinary Arts

Job description

Merrill Gardens in Seattle is seeking a Dining Services Director to lead our dining operations for a senior living community. You will oversee food preparation, service, sanitation, budgeting, and team development to deliver exceptional experiences for residents.

Ideal candidates bring seven years of food service with at least two years in leadership, strong HACCP knowledge, and ServSafe certification. This role emphasizes hospitality, teamwork, and adherence to safety standards within a