Dining Services Director
Cedarhurst Senior Living
Oversee and manage all dining operations for senior residents.
21 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Woodridge, IL
Onsite
Company Size
654 Employees
Service Specialisms
Senior Living
Residential Care
Sector Specialisms
Senior Living
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Independent Living
Personalized Care
Dementia Care
Alzheimer’s Care
Wellness Programs
Role
What you would be doing
recipe development
food safety
inventory management
temperature control
staff scheduling
regulatory compliance
- Recruiting, orientating, and hiring new dining service staff.
- Creating recipes that are easy for dietary staff to follow.
- Assisting with Sales/Marketing procedures to develop and enhance satisfaction levels, as well as participate in resident sales, tours and community needs when required.
- Ensuring effective communication is being utilized by community staff with the residents’ families concerning residents’ care, encompassing their physical, personal, and emotional wellbeing.
- Assisting Executive Director with monthly staff in-service meetings as requested and on committees as appointed.
- Handling food in a safe and appropriate manner.
- Instructing all employees on the operation, maintenance, and cleaning of all kitchen equipment.
- Maintaining appropriate food temperatures by ensuring proper cooling/heating procedures are followed and equipment is working properly.
- Responsible for maintaining, ordering, and accounting for food inventories necessary to complete duties and keeping food and supply costs within budget.
- Securely managing company credit card and filing receipts in a timely manner.
- Supporting all catering, room service, special party needs, marketing functions, etc.
- Utilizing basic mathematical concepts such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
- Scheduling staff on an ongoing basis and providing coverage when unable to find necessary staff coverage.
- Maintaining good communication with all vendors, community leadership, and regional dining services team.
- Remaining current and up to date with all food safety licensing requirements for FDA, state, county, and local authorities along with ensuring all guidelines are adhered to.
- Maintaining safety standards as outlined by Cedarhurst of Naperville guidelines for infection control.
- Supervising 10-15 employees in the day-to-day presentation of dining services developed specifically for seniors.
What you bring
food manager
cpr
licensure
microsoft office
ehr
senior living
- CPR or BLS certification preferred.
- Applicable state/county licensure required.
- Food Manager Certification required.
- Associate degree with culinary training OR 3-5 years of culinary experience
- Previous staff management and/or coaching and mentoring of dining services team experience preferred.
- Be able to demonstrate proficiency in Internet browsers (e.g., Explorer, Chrome, and Fire Fox), Microsoft Office programs including Outlook, Excel, Word and Publisher, electronic health records (EHR) systems, and any HR related systems if applicable.
- Working well with others and taking direction from management, as well as taking initiative with the capability to engage in conflict intervention and resolution for residents, families, employees, and others as needed.
- Demonstrating a working knowledge of all dining services shifts and be familiar with individual assignments and resident dining needs.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand/move, communicate, and identify written information.The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and lift and/or move up to 50 pounds independently; occasionally lift and/or move up to 200 pounds with assistance.
- Experience in senior living community preferred.
- Exhibiting thorough knowledge of all food service positions and providing hands-on training to staff.
- Cedarhurst of Naperville considers the health and safety of its residents, family members, and team members as its highest priorities. All offers of employment are conditioned on completing and passing a background and drug test, participating in testing requirements (such as TB), and using designated PPE when required.
- Cedarhurst of Naperville offers a competitive benefits package including medical insurance coverage, life insurance, long-term disability coverage, and a 401(k) Plan with company match (after 1 year of service).
- Cedarhurst of Naperville believes that its team is its greatest asset. For this reason, we provide our team members with extensive training as well as personal and career development opportunities.
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Company
Overview
50–63 Communities
National Presence
Operates in the Midwest and Southeast, tailoring to local needs.
60-day
Money-Back Guarantee
Offers an unusual 60-day money-back guarantee for residents.
50 Dreams
Residents Fulfilled
Programs like Dream Come TRUE have helped nearly 50 residents fulfill personal goals.
$HundredsM Revenue
Financial Strength
Backed by revenue in the hundreds of millions, supporting ongoing expansion.
- Delivers a spectrum of living options—from independent apartments to memory care neighborhoods—rooted in person‑centered support.
- Developed standout programs like Dream Come TRUE (granting resident bucket‑list experiences) and Pair to Prepare™ to ease transitions.
- Invests in memory‑care training and evidence‑based programming, earning certifications and Alzheimer’s Association recognition.
- Typical communities feature chef‑prepared dining, fitness and wellness offerings, walking paths, communal spaces, and regular excursions.
- We are dedicated to providing exceptional care and service in a warm, nurturing environment.
- We empower our team members to make a difference every day in the lives of our residents.
- We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity, respect, and compassion.
- We strive for excellence in all that we do, seeking to continuously improve the lives of those we serve.
- We value the uniqueness of each individual and foster an atmosphere of personal connection and family-like relationships.
2050 Target
Net-Zero Carbon Emissions
The company aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by integrating renewable energy sources and sustainable practices.
- Committed to minimizing environmental footprint across all properties.
- Prioritizes energy-efficient technologies, water conservation, and sustainable building materials.
- Several communities incorporate renewable energy sources to reduce energy consumption.
- Continuously measures and tracks energy use to reduce waste and promote sustainability.
70% Women
Employee Diversity
Represents the proportion of women among staff members.
- fosters an inclusive workplace culture where every employee is respected and valued.
- prioritizes diverse hiring practices across all roles and levels of the organization.
- regularly conducts training programs to promote inclusivity and cultural competence among staff.
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