Dining Services Director
About the role
We are hiring a Full-time Director of Dining Services to lead our culinary and dining team at Bridges by EPOCH at Norwalk, our exquisite Memory Care Assisted Living Community.
Why work with us
At EPOCH Senior Living, team members inspire each other as we honor the lives of seniors. We hire talented, dedicated, and knowledgeable individuals who share our mission. If you are dependable, compassionate, and genuinely interested in making life healthier and happier for seniors, you’ll find a perfect fit here. Our close-knit teams work together at premier senior living communities throughout the Northeast, fostering creativity and connection like family.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the dining services operation of our community.
- Create dynamic menu options and order supplies while adhering to the department budget.
- Provide outstanding customer and upscale dining services.
- Hire, schedule, and supervise dietary and kitchen staff.
- Multitask in a fast-paced environment; some cooking required.
Requirements
- 2 years of experience as a Director of Culinary in dining services with management experience in a Senior Living Community.
- Fine dining experience is helpful.
- Supervisory/management experience required.
- Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
- Computer skills required.
- ServSafe Certificate required.
- Culinary degree preferred.
Benefits
Full-time team members (30+ hours per week) receive benefits starting on the 1st of the month following hire, including:
- Medical and Dental Plans with Blue Cross Blue Shield.
- Vision Plan.
- Flexible Spending Accounts.
- 401(K) auto-enrollment through Fidelity after 30 days with a discretionary company match.
- $50,000 Life Insurance Policy.
- VOYA Voluntary Benefits (Critical Illness and Accident).
- Verizon cell phone discount.
- Wishbone Pet Insurance discount.
- Paid time off, sick time, 7 paid holidays, and 3 floating personal holidays per calendar year.
- Training and growth opportunities, including tuition/certification reimbursement up to $500 annually and English language classes.
- Free parking.
- $1,500 Refer a Friend Bonus Incentive.
Part-time team members may also qualify for select benefits.
About the company
Founded in 1997, EPOCH Senior Living delivers outstanding service through a network of premier senior living communities in the Northeast. Bridges® by EPOCH is New England’s largest stand-alone memory care assisted living provider, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care options.
Location: Bridges by EPOCH at Norwalk, 123 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT 06854.