Director of Dining Experience
About the role
Armbrook Village’s caring and compassionate Dining team members provide superior customer service and offer a gourmet dining experience for our senior residents. Our associates appreciate our safe, home-like, and fun work environment. We are proud to have been ranked #1 in The Boston Globe's 2024 List of Top Places to Work and #35 in the nation by USA Today! Armbrook Village is located at 551 North Road, Westfield MA.
Schedule
Full time
Pay
Annual rate starting at $70,000
Benefits
- Comprehensive standard benefits program starts on the day of hire and includes paid time off, holiday pay, health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield, dental, and vision insurance
- Disability coverage
- Complimentary life insurance
- Pre-tax retirement savings plan with a company match
- DEI Initiatives – regular opportunity for all associates to voice opinions and ideas to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion for the whole company
- Generous bonus program for referring associates and/or residents
- Retail discounts include cellphone plans, pet insurance, home & auto insurance, car rentals, identity theft protection, office supplies, concert & museum tickets, travel, shopping, and much more
- Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to offset medical plan and health care expenses
- Nationwide tuition rewards program
- Free meal during scheduled shifts
- Extensive professional development and education programs, including the opportunity to become a Certified Dementia Practitioner
- Commuter Benefits include pre-tax savings on public transportation passes and parking
Responsibilities
The Director of Dining Experience is responsible for the entire operation of the culinary department, including the training and supervision of all department associates, maintaining inventory of food, supplies and equipment, managing the budget, preparing and serving food/refreshments, overseeing setup for all meals and special events, and ensuring the cleanliness and smooth functioning of the kitchen and dining room to provide a gracious dining experience for residents.
Requirements
- Education: Degree in Culinary Arts or Restaurant Service, preferred
- Certification: Food Safety certification, required
- Experience: Previous experience cooking in a similar environment, working under pressure in a fast-paced setting; ability to lead a team effectively
- Physical requirements: Lifting trays and dishes, occasionally moving dining tables and furniture
- Communication: An ability to communicate effectively with residents and co-workers
- Punctuality & reliability – Our residents rely on us to assist them with their daily living activities and we expect our associates to deliver on this promise.