AgeWell Solvere Living
Food and Beverage Director (Dining Services Director/Executive Chef)
AgeWell Solvere Living, Hudson, Florida, United States, 34669
Food and Beverage Director (Dining Services Director/Executive Chef)
Are you a passionate hospitality leader who loves creating exceptional dining experiences? Join our senior living community as Food & Beverage Director, where you’ll bring your culinary expertise and leadership skills to enhance the lives of our residents every day. Addington Place East Lake, Hudson, FL What You’ll Do Oversee all aspects of the dining program, including menu planning, food preparation, and service Lead, coach, and schedule kitchen and dining team members to deliver outstanding hospitality Manage budgets, inventory, and ordering to maintain cost-effective operations Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation standards Collaborate with other department leaders to create memorable events and resident experiences What We’re Looking For Proven experience managing food & beverage operations—senior living, hospitality, or restaurant management preferred Strong leadership and team-building skills Excellent understanding of food safety regulations and kitchen operations Creativity and passion for exceptional dining and presentation Ability to balance budgets and control costs without compromising quality Why You’ll Love Working With Us A warm, supportive environment where your work makes a daily difference Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits Opportunities for growth and professional development The chance to create meaningful experiences for residents and their families Purpose The Food & Beverage Director has overall responsibility for the daily operations of the culinary services department. This position is responsible for performing all duties in a professional manner at all times and in compliance with established Community policies & procedures. Responsibilities Responsible for the overall financial and operational functions related to dining room service and culinary operations. Creates and plans weekly menus for the IL Communities. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local sanitation regulations. Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of all work areas. Conducts routine safety and sanitation inspections. Demonstrates attention to detail with regard to food quality, presentation, and dining room environmental standards. Develops and maintains food service quality, objectives, and standards. Develops and maintains a good working relationship with Community administrative team members. Prepares all monthly food service reports. Maintains food and supply expenses to budget or forecast. Qualifications Degree in Culinary Arts preferred. 3 to 5 years’ previous experience in food production/management. Must have a Serve Safe certification or become certified within 90 days of hire date. Must have basic knowledge of food preparation procedures, proper dining room service etiquette, as well as related Health Department regulations and guidelines pertaining to food service operations. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook), as well as familiarity with the Internet and its search tools.
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Are you a passionate hospitality leader who loves creating exceptional dining experiences? Join our senior living community as Food & Beverage Director, where you’ll bring your culinary expertise and leadership skills to enhance the lives of our residents every day. Addington Place East Lake, Hudson, FL What You’ll Do Oversee all aspects of the dining program, including menu planning, food preparation, and service Lead, coach, and schedule kitchen and dining team members to deliver outstanding hospitality Manage budgets, inventory, and ordering to maintain cost-effective operations Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation standards Collaborate with other department leaders to create memorable events and resident experiences What We’re Looking For Proven experience managing food & beverage operations—senior living, hospitality, or restaurant management preferred Strong leadership and team-building skills Excellent understanding of food safety regulations and kitchen operations Creativity and passion for exceptional dining and presentation Ability to balance budgets and control costs without compromising quality Why You’ll Love Working With Us A warm, supportive environment where your work makes a daily difference Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits Opportunities for growth and professional development The chance to create meaningful experiences for residents and their families Purpose The Food & Beverage Director has overall responsibility for the daily operations of the culinary services department. This position is responsible for performing all duties in a professional manner at all times and in compliance with established Community policies & procedures. Responsibilities Responsible for the overall financial and operational functions related to dining room service and culinary operations. Creates and plans weekly menus for the IL Communities. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local sanitation regulations. Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of all work areas. Conducts routine safety and sanitation inspections. Demonstrates attention to detail with regard to food quality, presentation, and dining room environmental standards. Develops and maintains food service quality, objectives, and standards. Develops and maintains a good working relationship with Community administrative team members. Prepares all monthly food service reports. Maintains food and supply expenses to budget or forecast. Qualifications Degree in Culinary Arts preferred. 3 to 5 years’ previous experience in food production/management. Must have a Serve Safe certification or become certified within 90 days of hire date. Must have basic knowledge of food preparation procedures, proper dining room service etiquette, as well as related Health Department regulations and guidelines pertaining to food service operations. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook), as well as familiarity with the Internet and its search tools.
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