Food And Beverage Director

About the Role

We create communities where employees thrive in their work, helping our residents thrive in their homes. Atria Senior Living's family of brands has openings for individuals looking for a career with outstanding benefits. As a valued team member at Atria, you'll work in a supportive environment that provides advancement opportunities and promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits

• Paid holidays and PTO
• Annual anniversary rewards (dependent on classification; amounts vary by location)
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k) employer match
• Tuition reimbursement (U.S. based communities)

Enrollment in benefits varies by employee classification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Culinary Degree preferred
• Five to seven years progressive experience within various functions of Food and Beverage operations, preferably within a hotel environment
• Two or more years of food service management experience
• Serve Safe Certified or other nationally recognized Food Safety Certification
• Working knowledge of all kitchen operations and food safety standards
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Ability to manage budgets including food, supplies, and labor
• Ability to resolve problems of dissatisfied customers and/or employees
• Previous experience in banquets or special event planning
• Computer skills: Microsoft Word and Excel

Responsibilities

• Provide high levels of customer service and create first-class dining venues
• Ensure all food is purchased, stored, prepared, and served in accordance with local, state, and federal guidelines
• Interview, hire, coach, train, and develop staff, including staff evaluations and discipline of food service staff in accordance with company guidelines
• Create a strong sense of teamwork and cooperation among all staff
• Prepare and coordinate work schedules for staff in accordance with budget
• Fully implement and execute the Art of Atria Dining
• Manage the food service budget and perform monthly analysis of expenditures
• Work with staff to plan, write, and execute menus and recipes based on resident preferences, budget, and seasonal options
• Maintain equipment in good working condition
• Maintain adequate amounts of cleaning supplies, small wares, equipment, and food in accordance with local and state regulations and employee safety requirements
• Implement and adhere to the Atria Quality Enhancement Program
• Collaborate with the department head team on sales and marketing for the community
• Plan, prepare, and execute special events, banquets, and theme meals
• Acquaint new residents with menus, seating, and dining options and hours (when applicable)
• Perform other duties as assigned