Senior Living Dining Services Leader

Threeoaks Llc; Lancaster (Lancaster County); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Three Oaks Senior Dining, LLC is seeking an Assistant Manager of Dining Services to lead a dining team in a senior living community. You will supervise staff, ensure high standards of food quality, safety and guest satisfaction, and collaborate across departments in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires FOH/BOH experience, ServSafe certification, and strong leadership with excellent communication. Night, weekend and some holiday availability are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; a Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Experience in healthcare or senior living is advantageous.
• Experience in both FOH and BOH operations is required.
• Specialized training in dining services, culinary management and nutrition is desirable.
• Two years experience in quantity food production/service and one year supervision is desired.
• Current ServSafe certification is required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Strong computer skills and basic technical literacy are required.
• Knowledge of food safety/sanitation and ability to train staff on these standards.
• Excellent communication skills, both spoken and written, are essential.
• Ability to motivate and direct staff and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Assume department leadership in the absence of the Director of Dining Services and supervise staff at a single site.
• Lead small groups in dining services activities across varying shifts.
• Ensure food quality, inventory, safety guidelines and customer service expectations are met.
• Assist in staff training, quality control and in-servicing.
• Perform duties of dietary aide, cook and dishwasher when needed and operate dining equipment.
• Enforce regulatory, HACCP and sanitation guidelines; maintain professional conduct and standards.
• Participate in Resident Focus Groups and engage with stakeholders.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

FOH & BOH operations

Food safety

Leadership & people management

Oral & written communication

Basic computer skills

Equipment operation

Team development

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

ServSafe certification

Job description

Three Oaks Senior Dining, LLC is seeking an Assistant Manager of Dining Services to lead a dining team in a senior living community. You will supervise staff, ensure high standards of food quality, safety and guest satisfaction, and collaborate across departments in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires FOH/BOH experience, ServSafe certification, and strong leadership with excellent communication. Night, weekend and some holiday availability are expected.