Senior Living Dining Services Director

The Claiborne at Hattiesburg; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Short- and long-term disability

Critical illness and accident coverage

Job summary

Claiborne Senior Living in Baton Rouge is seeking an experienced Culinary Services Director to lead all dining services operations. You will deliver high-quality, nutritious meals while fostering a clean, safe, and welcoming dining experience for residents.

Ideal candidates will have 3–5 years of management experience in food service or healthcare, strong leadership and communication skills, and a ServSafe certification.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of management experience in food service, hospitality, senior living, or healthcare.
• Proven ability to lead teams and deliver excellent customer service.
• Knowledge of nutritional guidelines, special diets, and food service best practices.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all dining services operations, including food quality, service, sanitation, and safety.
• Develop and implement menus meeting residents' nutritional needs and preferences.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal food service, sanitation, and safety regulations.
• Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise dining services team members.
• Manage food and supply inventory within budget guidelines.
• Maintain clean, organized, and welcoming dining areas and kitchens.
• Partner with Activities to plan special events and themed meals.
• Communicate with residents, families, and team members to address feedback.
• Monitor resident satisfaction and implement improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Flexibility

ServSafe

Job description

Claiborne Senior Living in Baton Rouge is seeking an experienced Culinary Services Director to lead all dining services operations. You will deliver high-quality, nutritious meals while fostering a clean, safe, and welcoming dining experience for residents.

Ideal candidates will have 3–5 years of management experience in food service or healthcare, strong leadership and communication skills, and a ServSafe certification.