Director of Dining Services

Overview

The Director of Dining Services at Webster at Rye is responsible for the total operation of the Dining Service Department who has demonstrated experience with cooking and beautiful demonstrations displaying creative food events.  As the leader of the department, it is expected that the right candidate suggests, implements and carries through with established objectives, standards, policies and procedures in accordance with any local, state and federal guidelines.  Responsible for maintaining sound departmental relations and for integrating the dining service with the facility plan of operations within the community at Webster at Rye.

BENEFITS OFFERED FOR THIS ROLE:

• Salaried position.
• Generous Earned Time Program.
• Health Benefits including the 1st of the month following date of hire: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.
• Retirement Savings with company match.
• Scholarship Program / Education Assistance.
• Employee Recognition.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Responsibilities

Directs and provides hands on support for all salary and hourly personnel and administers all personnel programs and policies.

• Financially accountable for the Dining Service Department including the Cafe, Formal Dining Room and Healthcare.
• Ensures quality of food and preparation, and an enjoyable dining experience for the residents, guests, and staff.
• Directs all phases of resident nutritional care program.
• Directs safety, sanitation, security, and the facility maintenance programs.
• Maintain good relations with residents and board members and close working relationships with the Executive Director and the various departments.
• Serves on the facility’s committees and in professional organizations.
• Schedules and coordinates in-service programs for food service staff.
• Recruits, hires and evaluates dining personnel.
• Accountable for safety/risk management in the Dining Services Department.
• Adheres to all Hunt Community Policies and Procedures.
• Assists the kitchen with cooking needs as applicable.

DAILY

• Completes tour of operation
• Greet staff
• Review’s Manager’s Log
• Oversees and observes service in all areas, including Healthcare
• Resident contact
• Observes food preparation and presentation
• Evaluates progress of all Dining Service Managers/Supervisors
• Tastes food at all meals as applicable
• Approves all Dining Service Department invoices
• Makes entries in communication lob
• Oversees and conducts menu planning meetings

 WEEKLY

• Employee general meetings
• Management staff meetings
• (2) Meals with residents
• Client meetings
• Approves new hires
• Orients, trains, evaluates staff, as necessary

MONTHLY

• Schedules management staff
• Management attendance records
• Month-end reports to Executive Director
• Reviews and maintains Procedure Manual
• Completes sanitation inspection
• Attends facility Department Head Meeting 
• Management staff training
• China, glass, flatware, linen, and small equipment orders
• Special events planning
• Schedules and coordinates in-services to staff
• Monitors expenses and budget

 SEMI-ANNUALLY

• “State of the Department” Report

ANNUALLY

• Budget
• Year-end “State of the Department” Report
• Management staff evaluations and objectives

Qualifications

• Cooking experience necessary
• Must possess a thorough knowledge of dining service operations, supervision and public relations.
• ServSafe Certification recommended, required upon hire. 
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
• 3 years of experience in progressive Dining roles.
• Ability to handle numerous responsibilities at the same time. 
• Must have excellent communication and organizational skills. 
• Ability to be flexible including work schedule based on business needs. 
• Excellent people management skills.
• Ability to be a hands-on leader including prolonged periods standing and walking and push, pull, life up to 50 lbs. 

Silverstone Living is a non-profit organization supporting Hunt Community, The Huntington at Nashua, At Home by Hunt and Webster at Rye. Our organization is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.