Directs food service operations within the community including all food preparation, dining room operations and dining delivery services. Purchases all food and manages inventory ensuring effective cost controls and vendor service and quality. Ensures the highest nutrition and food quality for the health and pleasure of the residents. Complies with all federal, state and local regulations to ensure sanitary and safe operations. Plans and executes entertaining dining events and themes in conjunction with Activities Director, Marketing Director and other administrative staff to optimize the life and pleasure of the residents. May also cater events as requested by residents or staff.Hires, trains and manages all supervisory staff for the kitchen, dining room, catering and delivery services. Ensures that supervisors maintain a safe and sanitary environment and provide a caring and pleasurable dining experience for the residents. Coaches supervisors in maintaining appropriate staffing levels and effectively motivating, disciplining and training associates.Consults with chefs and cooks to develop and maintain pleasing and nutritious menus. Assesses and determines the desires and preferences of the residents regarding food selection and presentation through surveys and daily contact with residents. Ensures preferences are incorporated into the menu and events. Understands the dietary needs of residents and coordinates with dieticians, nursing staff, and care associates to ensure proper selection, preparation and delivery of meals.Develops department budget including purchasing and staffing expenditures. Approves food orders from company or selected food vendors and ensures a proper level of inventory to meet demand and minimize cost and waste. Routinely monitors budget compliance and recommends changes as needed to maintain operational quality and resident satisfaction.Encourages the identification of enjoyable ways to encourage socialization and enjoyment of residents through the use of food presentation and events. Improves the décor and condition of dining rooms to ensure a safe and pleasant experience.Networks with Regional Food Service Directors to improve operations, reduce costs and to obtain new program ideas for creative operations.This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.#ZR-CTVoted by Newsweek in 2024 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for DiversityEarly Access to Paycheck with Earned Wage Access is available for Hourly Associates (outside of CA)Brookdale Mount Vernon is hiring a Director of Dining ServicesA Senior Living Community with Memory Care and Assisted LivingMake Lives Better Including Your Own!Overview:Responsible for the day to day operations in the Culinary DepartmentCulinary Management preferredSenior Living Experience a PlusWhy Brookdale? Brookdale is a GREAT place to further your career!Join a tenured team at an Upscale, Premier Senior Living CommunityFull suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment statusVariety of Associate DiscountWe pride ourselves with a culture of caring. All leadership team members and associates partner together to make sure each associate feels like they are familyWe recognize our staff with our monthly Everyday Hero award and prizes (PTO & Bonus)If you have a passion for helping others with a desire to to thrive professionally every day, this is the opportunity for you! Opportunities for Growth and Advancement! Dedicated Career path for every position!Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply.To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.