Commonwealth Senior Living at Abingdon
Dining Services Director
Commonwealth Senior Living at Abingdon, Abingdon, Virginia, United States, 24211
The Dining Services Director leads the execution of the signature dining services program at the community. He or she provides friendly, responsive service to create an exceptional dining experience for all of our residents. Each Dining Services Director’s primary objective is to exhibit the core values of Commonwealth Senior Living and provide a memorable dining experience for the residents.
Qualifications
Certification in the Food Handlers Course or equivalent
Previous management experience in the food service industry
Ability to read and write English
Willingness and ability to learn new tasks
Must be available to work varied shifts and weekends
Ability to lift heavy objects; stand and walk short distances throughout the day; tolerance of heat from the kitchen
Must be free of communicable diseases
Areas of Primary Responsibility
Prepare and serve nutritious meals to our residents in a safe sanitary manner in accordance with Public Health Regulations, and in compliance with Sanitation Code
Prepare food for regular and therapeutic diets according to the planned menu and written doctors’ orders
Ensure that the proper quantity of food is prepared and in accordance with established time schedules
Prepare food for special events as instructed by the Executive Director
Maintain costs within budgeted parameters
Use proper technique to taste prepared food to ensure quality taste and palatability prior to service
Maintain the proper temperature of food during preparation and service; record temperatures of food according to established policy
Report all hazardous and malfunctioning equipment to the Executive Director
Make recommendations to the Director of Dining Services regarding improvements in recipes, menus, productions and service of food, equipment, etc. to enhance the quality of the food service
Attend and participate in workshops, seminars and in-services, to keep abreast of current changes in the health care field, as well as maintain a professional status
Skilled in the selection of personnel and management of staff to meet the needs of the department and entire community
Assist in scheduling department working hours, personnel, work assignments, etc. to maintain quality resident care
Routinely inspect the dietary area and practices for compliance with current applicable regulations and as requested by the Director
Develop and utilize comprehensive inventory control procedures
Purchase food, supplies, and equipment, as required to meet the needs of the department
Ensure that a stock of staple/non-staple food, supplies, equipment, etc., is maintained at adequate levels at all times to perform departmental functions
Ensure that there is always a 72-hour emergency food and drinking water supply per regulations
Maintain confidentiality of all pertinent resident care information to ensure resident rights are protected
Supervise and manage schedules and tasks of all dining department associates
Other duties as assigned
Culture Ambassador Models the core values of the company:
We Care About People
We Do the Right Thing
We are Passionate, Have Fun, and Celebrate Success
We Speak Up! It’s Our Responsibility
We Take Ownership and Add Value
We are Respectful
Ensures all personnel exemplify the core values of the company at all times.
Create and drive the sales culture.
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Qualifications
Certification in the Food Handlers Course or equivalent
Previous management experience in the food service industry
Ability to read and write English
Willingness and ability to learn new tasks
Must be available to work varied shifts and weekends
Ability to lift heavy objects; stand and walk short distances throughout the day; tolerance of heat from the kitchen
Must be free of communicable diseases
Areas of Primary Responsibility
Prepare and serve nutritious meals to our residents in a safe sanitary manner in accordance with Public Health Regulations, and in compliance with Sanitation Code
Prepare food for regular and therapeutic diets according to the planned menu and written doctors’ orders
Ensure that the proper quantity of food is prepared and in accordance with established time schedules
Prepare food for special events as instructed by the Executive Director
Maintain costs within budgeted parameters
Use proper technique to taste prepared food to ensure quality taste and palatability prior to service
Maintain the proper temperature of food during preparation and service; record temperatures of food according to established policy
Report all hazardous and malfunctioning equipment to the Executive Director
Make recommendations to the Director of Dining Services regarding improvements in recipes, menus, productions and service of food, equipment, etc. to enhance the quality of the food service
Attend and participate in workshops, seminars and in-services, to keep abreast of current changes in the health care field, as well as maintain a professional status
Skilled in the selection of personnel and management of staff to meet the needs of the department and entire community
Assist in scheduling department working hours, personnel, work assignments, etc. to maintain quality resident care
Routinely inspect the dietary area and practices for compliance with current applicable regulations and as requested by the Director
Develop and utilize comprehensive inventory control procedures
Purchase food, supplies, and equipment, as required to meet the needs of the department
Ensure that a stock of staple/non-staple food, supplies, equipment, etc., is maintained at adequate levels at all times to perform departmental functions
Ensure that there is always a 72-hour emergency food and drinking water supply per regulations
Maintain confidentiality of all pertinent resident care information to ensure resident rights are protected
Supervise and manage schedules and tasks of all dining department associates
Other duties as assigned
Culture Ambassador Models the core values of the company:
We Care About People
We Do the Right Thing
We are Passionate, Have Fun, and Celebrate Success
We Speak Up! It’s Our Responsibility
We Take Ownership and Add Value
We are Respectful
Ensures all personnel exemplify the core values of the company at all times.
Create and drive the sales culture.
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