Associate Director, Dining Services

Overview

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Part and Full Time Benefits Eligibility

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Associate assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Referral program
• Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
• Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance

Full Time Only Benefits Eligibility

• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Company provided life insurance
• Adoption benefit
• Disability (short and long term)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Optional life and dependent life insurance
• Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal plan 
• Tuition reimbursement

Base pay in range will be determined by applicant’s skills and experience. Role is also eligible for team based bonus opportunities. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company’s 401(k) program.

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.

The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.

Responsibilities

Assists in the day to day operation of all food and beverage operations at the community, by maintaining companystandards and meeting financial expectations of the department. Assists the current Dining Services Director asneeded or performs the duties of the Dining Services Director in their absence.

This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Qualifications

Education and ExperienceBachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university with two to three years related experience and/ortraining; or twelve years of experience and/or training in Food Service Management, Culinary Arts or Hospitality asthe educational equivalent preferred. Some experience working with seniors and older adults beneficial.

Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special RequirementsObtain/hold any local, state and/or county required food handling/sanitation licenses and/or certificates.  Must be ServSafe Certified. Registered Dietitian or Certified Dietary Manager preferred. Must have a valid driver license and access to a private vehicle for business use.

Management/Decision MakingApplies existing guidelines and procedures to make varied decisions within a department. Uses sound judgmentand experience to solve moderately complex problems based on precedent, example, reasonableness or acombination of these.

Knowledge and SkillsPossesses extensive knowledge of a distinct skill or function and a thorough understanding of the organization andwork environment. Has working knowledge of a functional discipline. Basic knowledge of PC's and WordProcessing Software required, preferably in a Microsoft Windows environment. Additional skills in foreignlanguages other than English preferred to communicate with property staff and residents. Training and hands-onexperience in food preparation and menu planning essential. Effective written and oral communication skills.Ability to address staff, residents and visitors in a courteous and friendly manner. Ability to understand the diningand nutritional needs of residents and ability to incorporate residents’ desires into the dining services operation.Extensive knowledge of food preparation and delivery. Knowledgeable of all aspects of food service positions withfood and beverage background. Extensive knowledge of federal, state and local regulations regarding the safety offood preparation and handling. Willingness to communicate perceived physical and emotional needs of residents toother skilled staff to assist with addressing their care needs.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Standing
• Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors
• Walking
• Sitting
• Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverage.
• Use hands and fingers to handle or feel
• On-Call on an as needed basis
• Reach with hands and arms
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Talk or hear
• Exposure to latex
• Ability to lift: Up to 50 pounds
• Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens
• Possible exposure to various drugs, chemical, infectious, or biological hazards
• Subject to injury from falls, burns, odors, or cuts from equipment
• Requires Travel: Frequently
• Vision

Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

Salary Range Information

Salary : $53,950 - $67,440