Director of Culinary Services

About the role

Brightview Senior Living is growing and seeking exceptional culinary talent. The Dining Services Director at a Brightview Senior Living community serves as a champion and coach to our team of dining associates, and an advocate to our residents with a goal of effectively managing the day-to-day dining services operation while ensuring current and future residents receive exceptional service, delicious food, and interesting and exciting dining options. This role is for Brightview Joy's Farm, opening in April 2027.

Responsibilities

• Build, develop, and manage all of the community's dietary associates.
• Establish a communication plan including team, residents, family members, and guests to assure excellent care and nutrition.
• Act as a visible and approachable presence during meal service, engaging with residents to ensure dining experience exceeds expectations.
• Work with residents and families to solicit feedback regarding menu preferences, dining experiences, and overall satisfaction.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of the dining services budget.
• Develop vendor relationships.
• Assure the kitchen environment and dining areas are properly maintained, clean, and safe.
• Work with the team to prepare meals.
• Collaborate with other departments to support marketing and public relations of the community.
• Serve on special projects and assignments in support of other Brightview communities.

Pay

Salary range: USD $85,000.00 – USD $95,000.00 per year. This range reflects potential pay for the role and does not include bonuses or additional incentives (if applicable), nor the value of the benefit program. Offers consider factors such as experience, qualifications, location, community size, certifications, and training. Brightview regularly reviews and adjusts compensation ranges.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; education focused in culinary, hospitality, or food management.
• Minimum 2–4 years of food service management experience in the hospitality field (country club, banquets).
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a large, diverse group of associates ranging from dishwashers to chefs.
• Current ServSafe or other relevant certification.
• Demonstrated experience in food preparation.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to plan and manage a budget.
• Ability to analyze reports.
• Moderate computer skills in the standard Microsoft suite.
• Positive attitude, enthusiasm, and energy.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Health, vision, and dental insurance options
• Retirement plans
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance programs
• Professional growth, development, and advancement opportunities
• Diverse, inclusive environment that fosters innovation
• Tools and resources for personal and professional growth