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About the Role

Brookdale Phillippi Creek is seeking a passionate and service-driven Dining Services Director to lead their culinary team in providing exceptional dining experiences for residents. This role involves menu planning, food preparation, team development, inventory management, scheduling, sanitation oversight, and maintaining quality dining services within budget. The Director will create a welcoming atmosphere, ensure safe and efficient meal preparation, and partner with community leadership to deliver excellent hospitality.

Responsibilities

Directs food service operations including food preparation, dining room operations, and dining delivery services.
Purchases food and manages inventory, ensuring cost controls, vendor service, and quality.
Ensures the highest nutrition and food quality for residents.
Complies with all federal, state, and local regulations for sanitary and safe operations.
Plans and executes dining events and themes with other directors to enhance resident life.
May cater events as requested.
Hires, trains, and manages supervisory staff for kitchen, dining room, catering, and delivery services.
Ensures supervisors maintain a safe and sanitary environment and provide a pleasurable dining experience.
Coaches supervisors on staffing levels, motivation, discipline, and training.
Consults with chefs and cooks to develop pleasing and nutritious menus.
Assesses resident food preferences through surveys and daily contact.
Incorporates resident preferences into menus and events.
Coordinates with dieticians, nursing staff, and care associates regarding resident dietary needs.
Develops department budget, including purchasing and staffing expenditures.
Approves food orders and ensures proper inventory levels to minimize cost and waste.
Monitors budget compliance and recommends changes.
Encourages socialization and enjoyment through food presentation and events.
Improves dining room décor and condition for a safe and pleasant experience.
Networks with Regional Food Service Directors to improve operations, reduce costs, and obtain new program ideas.

Requirements

College degree in food service or hospitality management is preferred.
A minimum of eight years of progressive experience in the food service industry.
At least three years of supervisory experience in food preparation and customer service.
Experience managing food inventories and budgets.
Current ServSafe Certification required.
Obtain/hold any local, state, and/or county required food handling/sanitation licenses and/or certificates.
Ability to manage a large number of associates directly and through supervisors.
Ability to address staff, residents, and visitors in a courteous and friendly manner.
Ability to understand the dining and nutritional needs of residents.
Ability to incorporate residents’ desires into the dining services operation.
Extensive knowledge of food preparation and delivery.
Food and beverage background.
Ability to manage a food service operation budget providing 3 meals per day, 7 days a week.
Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations regarding food safety.
Willingness to communicate perceived physical and emotional needs of residents to other skilled staff.
Standing
Walking
Sitting
Use hands and fingers to handle or feel
Reach with hands and arms
Climb or balance
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Talk or hear
Taste or smell
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Vision
Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors
Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverage
Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections
Exposure to latex
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: Occasionally
Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply.
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 Brookdale for at least a year.

Skills

Leadership
Culinary involvement
Menu planning
Food preparation
Team development
Inventory management
Scheduling
Sanitation oversight
Budget management
Hospitality
Communication
Problem-solving
Supervisory skills
Food service operations
Cost control
Nutritional standards
Resident relations
Event planning
Budget development
Food ordering
Waste reduction
Staff motivation
Training
Dietary needs coordination
Food safety regulations

Location

Phillippi Creek

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

8 years of progressive experience in the food service industry
3 years of supervisory experience

Education Level

College degree in food service or hospitality management preferred

Salary/Compensations

Base pay in range will be determined by applicant’s skills and experience.
Full-time associates in role are eligible for an annual bonus incentive and sales referral bonuses.

Benefits

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
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

About the Company

Brookdale Phillippi Creek is a total unit community of 96- 71 units in assisted living, 25 units in memory care.
Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity.
Brookdale is a Great Place to Be: Gracious hospitality and neighborliness for our residents and families.
Home-like feel and all-around comfort for residents and visiting family members.
Entertaining events and gatherings so our residents can find connections in groups and 1:1 settings.
Industry leader in clinical care.
Nationwide company with 589 communities as of November 30, 2025, offering many opportunities to grow and learn as a sales professional.
Extensive corporate support including a robust training program.

Equal Opportunity

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