Brookdale Senior Living
Traveling Dining Director - Senior Living
Brookdale Senior Living, Providence, Rhode Island, us, 02912
Brookdale Senior Living - Traveling Dining Director - Senior Living
Providence, Rhode IslandVoted by Newsweek in 2024 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity.Make Lives Better Including Your Own.If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You’ll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness.Full suite of health insurance, life insurance, and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status. Additional benefits offered include, but are not limited to:Tuition ReimbursementPet InsuranceVariety of Associate DiscountsThis is an incentive-based position, which may include bonuses, incentive or commission plans.Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply.To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.Responsibilities
Assists Executive Directors, Area Directors, Divisional Directors of Operations, and Senior Directors of Dining Service in the following duties:Operating as the Director of Dining Services at a community, directing food service operations including all food preparation, dining room operations, and dining delivery services.Purchasing all food and managing inventory ensuring effective cost controls and vendor service and quality.Ensuring the highest nutrition and food quality for the health and pleasure of the residents.Complying with all federal, state, and local regulations to ensure sanitary and safe operations.Planning and executing entertaining dining events and themes in conjunction with the Activities Director, Marketing Director, and other administrative staff.Hiring and training appropriate staff, resolving food cost problems, food quality issues, and addressing sanitation concerns.Consulting with chefs and cooks to develop and maintain pleasing and nutritious menus.Developing department budget including purchasing and staffing expenditures.Encouraging socialization and enjoyment of residents through food presentation and events.Assisting with the start-up of new dining services departments.Training dining services and other staff on dining services systems.Providing information and input to the Corporate Office regarding national food service programs.Qualifications
Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) from four-year College or university preferred. A minimum of eight years of progressive experience in the food service industry including at least three of those years in a responsible supervisory role.Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special Requirements: Must have a valid driver license and access to a private vehicle for business use.Knowledge and Skills
Possesses extensive knowledge of food preparation and delivery, and the ability to manage a food service operation budget.Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Requires standing, walking, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections.Salary Range Information
$62,490 - $79,608 / yearJob Locations
US-CT-West Hartford | US-NY-New York | US-NJ-Florence | US-PA-Harrisburg | US-RI-Providence | US-NJ-Trenton | US-MA-BostonCategory
Community OperationsSub-Category
Dining ServicesPosition Type
Regular Full-Time
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Providence, Rhode IslandVoted by Newsweek in 2024 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity.Make Lives Better Including Your Own.If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You’ll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness.Full suite of health insurance, life insurance, and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status. Additional benefits offered include, but are not limited to:Tuition ReimbursementPet InsuranceVariety of Associate DiscountsThis is an incentive-based position, which may include bonuses, incentive or commission plans.Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply.To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.Responsibilities
Assists Executive Directors, Area Directors, Divisional Directors of Operations, and Senior Directors of Dining Service in the following duties:Operating as the Director of Dining Services at a community, directing food service operations including all food preparation, dining room operations, and dining delivery services.Purchasing all food and managing inventory ensuring effective cost controls and vendor service and quality.Ensuring the highest nutrition and food quality for the health and pleasure of the residents.Complying with all federal, state, and local regulations to ensure sanitary and safe operations.Planning and executing entertaining dining events and themes in conjunction with the Activities Director, Marketing Director, and other administrative staff.Hiring and training appropriate staff, resolving food cost problems, food quality issues, and addressing sanitation concerns.Consulting with chefs and cooks to develop and maintain pleasing and nutritious menus.Developing department budget including purchasing and staffing expenditures.Encouraging socialization and enjoyment of residents through food presentation and events.Assisting with the start-up of new dining services departments.Training dining services and other staff on dining services systems.Providing information and input to the Corporate Office regarding national food service programs.Qualifications
Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) from four-year College or university preferred. A minimum of eight years of progressive experience in the food service industry including at least three of those years in a responsible supervisory role.Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special Requirements: Must have a valid driver license and access to a private vehicle for business use.Knowledge and Skills
Possesses extensive knowledge of food preparation and delivery, and the ability to manage a food service operation budget.Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Requires standing, walking, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections.Salary Range Information
$62,490 - $79,608 / yearJob Locations
US-CT-West Hartford | US-NY-New York | US-NJ-Florence | US-PA-Harrisburg | US-RI-Providence | US-NJ-Trenton | US-MA-BostonCategory
Community OperationsSub-Category
Dining ServicesPosition Type
Regular Full-Time
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