Senior Living Dining Services Director

Pegasus Landing of Saddlebrook; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Pegasus Landing of Saddlebrook seeks a Dining Services Director to lead all dining operations, including menu planning, production, purchasing, and budgeting, while upholding high standards of quality and hospitality.

The role requires a strong culinary foundation, a passion for serving older adults with dignity, and proven leadership to develop a high-performing team and deliver a personalized dining experience.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of culinary leadership or foodservice management experience.
• Senior Living experience not required – willingness to learn.
• Passion for hospitality and serving older adults with dignity, warmth, and respect.
• Strong culinary foundation with experience in scratch cooking and menu development.
• Proven ability to lead teams, develop talent, and maintain high performance standards.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation regulations, and kitchen best practices.
• Experience managing food costs, labor budgets, purchasing, and inventory.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• High school diploma or GED required; culinary degree or professional certifications preferred.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet Pegasus Senior Living background and driving requirements

Responsibilities

• Lead all dining operations including menu planning, production, purchasing, inventory, budgeting.
• Serve as lead chef up to three days per week, maintaining high standards for food quality and presentation.
• Champion a scratch-cooking culture that emphasizes freshness and resident satisfaction.
• Ensure meals are prepared and served with hospitality and pride.
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop a high-performing dining team.
• Foster a positive kitchen culture built on accountability, teamwork, professionalism, and mutual respect.
• Create an environment where associates are engaged, supported, and empowered to grow their skills.
• Lead by example, demonstrating excellence in culinary execution and customer service.
• Build meaningful relationships with residents and families.
• Learn residents' preferences and dietary needs to deliver a personalized dining experience.
• Partner with health services and leadership to respond to changes in appetite or satisfaction.
• Participate in resident meetings and dining feedback opportunities to improve the program.
• Manage location food purchasing, inventory controls, and labor resources to meet financial goals.
• Maintain accurate meal counts and documentation for residents, guests, and staff meals.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, emergency preparedness, and company standards.
• Drive continuous improvement in service, quality, cleanliness, and efficiency.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team development

Hospitality focus

Budgeting

Menu planning

Food safety

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Culinary degree or certifications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Pegasus Landing of Saddlebrook seeks a Dining Services Director to lead all dining operations, including menu planning, production, purchasing, and budgeting, while upholding high standards of quality and hospitality.

The role requires a strong culinary foundation, a passion for serving older adults with dignity, and proven leadership to develop a high-performing team and deliver a personalized dining experience.