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Hospitality Manager - Dining Room Manager

Join our culinary excellence team where you can lead with hospitality, elevate every meal, and create unforgettable dining experiences in a community that feels like home!

Compensation : $70,000 to $75,000 DOE

Schedule : Need open availability, including weekends, evenings or holidays.

Under the guidance and direction of our Food Service Director, in the kitchen and dining areas of our Senior Living Community, you are a vital part of enhancing the daily lives of our residents. The Hospitality Dining Room Manager manages all aspects of the dining department in the senior living community, ensuring the delivery of nutritious, appealing meals to residents while adhering to dietary needs and restrictions and preferences. The role involves administrative duties, staff management, hands-on service, and interaction with residents.

What you will do :

• Oversee daily dining operations, including meal preparation, service, and clean-up.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Maintain menus in collaboration with the culinary team, considering residents' nutritional needs and preferences.
• Assist in managing inventory needs for the dining rooms.
• Ensure the dining areas are clean and well-maintained.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate dining services staff, including chefs, cooks, servers, and dishwashers.
• Schedule staff shifts and manage labor costs within budget.
• Conduct regular staff meetings and provide ongoing training and development.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Manage the dining services budget, monitor expenses, and implement cost-control measures under the direction of the Food Service / Executive Chef.
• Interact with residents to obtain feedback on dining services and address any concerns or special dietary needs.
• Organize special events, themed dinners, and holiday meals to enhance resident satisfaction.
• Ensure that excellent customer service and a high level of hospitality are provided to residents and their families.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations related to food service in a healthcare environment.
• Stay current with industry trends, best practices, and innovations in senior living dining services.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you will need :

Physical and Sensory Requirements :

Requires mobility to stand and walk extensively during meal preparation and service. Lifting, carrying trays, and boxes, up to 25 pounds. Pushing / Pulling Food Hot Boxes up to 50 pounds. Bending and stooping for access to carts, food, trays, and other kitchen equipment. Manual dexterity for the use of kitchen utensils and tools. Visual acuity for reading menus, labels, and directions. Hearing ability to respond to verbal communications. Exposure to hot and cold temperatures. Taste and Smell to assess food quality, freshness, and adherence to dietary requirements. Ability to distinguish colors for food presentation.

Ensuring that the Dining Services Manager meets these physical and sensory requirements is crucial to their ability to contribute effectively to the well-being of well-run, safe, and functioning dining rooms.

At Thomas Cuisine, our people are purposeful. They care about food and quality and have a desire to make a positive impact in the world through REAL food. Embark on a rewarding culinary journey with us, where your skills will not only flourish but also contribute significantly to the satisfaction and well-being of our healthcare community.

Founded in 1986, Thomas Cuisine is an award-winning, privately held contract food service company. We advocate the healing power of whole foods and believe in preparing scratch-made cuisine fresh each day. Every Thomas Cuisine team member is an ambassador, carrying out our mission, reflecting our values, and building relationships while "doing the right thing".

Join our team! You will be a valued and integral part of our team from day one. You will have supportive and diverse colleagues and compassionate management. Opportunities for learning and development, cross-training, and career growth. Competitive pay and annual evaluations for pay increases. Interaction with our senior population allows for the development of communication and interpersonal skills, and you can gain a deep sense of fulfillment from making a positive difference in the lives of others.

Benefits :

Our commitment to you :

At Thomas Cuisine, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and where every individual feels a sense of belonging. We know that this commitment is an ongoing journey, and we will strive to improve and adapt as we grow. Our DEIB commitment is not just a statement but a living part of our company culture.

REAL Food | Genuine Service | Enduring Relationships