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Director of Dining Services

Director of Dining Services

Valley Care ManagementLuray, VA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Director Of Dining Services

If you are looking for an opportunity to enrich the lives of others and you share our passion for making a difference in people's lives, come join our team! We offer competitive wages, benefits, training, and the opportunity for growth. We welcome you to apply and join our family today.

Responsibilities

  • Preparation of daily meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
  • Menu planning to accommodate foods in season, vendor sale prices, special events, and holidays.
  • Order food and supplies needed for dining operations.
  • Hire, train and supervise team members in the dietary department, including, but not limited to, cleaning, cooking, inventory control, portion control, plate presentation, and special diets.
  • Plan and direct activities of the dietary team members in accordance with state regulations and the Community's policies and procedures.
  • Coordinate menus with activity and marketing functions.
  • Control food costs and food waste while maintaining first-rate food quality to the satisfaction of residents.
  • Take food inventory at least once per month or as instructed and ensure Inventory Control.
  • Maintain dietary records and progress notes in medical records charts for residents on a timely basis and within state regulations.
  • Communicate directly with the Director of Resident Care to coordinate resident meal and nutrition plans.
  • Ability to maintain food and labor costs within budgeted parameters.
  • Experience with purchasing and inventory.
  • Schedule department working hours, personnel, and work assignments to maintain quality resident satisfaction.

Qualifications

  • Must be 21 years of age or older with a high school diploma or GED.
  • Must read, write, speak, and understand English.
  • A minimum of 2-4 years of Food Service Management experience in the hospitality field (Senior Housing, Country Club, Banquets, etc.).
  • Current Safe Serve or able to obtain within 30 days of employment or other relevant certification
  • Moderate computer skills in the standard Microsoft suite.
  • Strong math skills.
  • Ability to perform tasks according to time schedules and meet deadlines.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a diverse team.
  • Positive attitude, enthusiasm, and energy
  • Participate as a Manager on Duty during assigned weekends.
  • Any other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.
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