What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Dining Services position at Valley Care Management?
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 as our Director of Dining Services!
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.
