Dining Services Director – Senior Living
Legacy Retirement Residence of Mesa, Arizona City, Arizona, United States, 85123
Legacy Retirement Residence of Mesa is seeking an experienced
Dining Services Director
to lead all culinary and dining operations within our senior living community.
This is a leadership opportunity for a motivated professional who is passionate about food service excellence, team development, and creating an exceptional dining experience for our residents.
Pay & Benefits
Salary starting at $72,000/year
(based on experience)
Full-time, salaried leadership position
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
401(k) with company match
Supportive, family-oriented workplace culture
About Legacy Retirement Residence of Mesa At Legacy Retirement Residence of Mesa, we provide care with a personal touch. Our residents' comfort, independence, and happiness guide everything we do.
We are proud to live by our six core values:
Be loving • Choose wisely • Perform together • Act boldly • Express gratitude • Mind the store
Our community offers a welcoming, team-driven environment where leaders are empowered to make a meaningful impact.
Position Overview The
Dining Services Director
is responsible for the overall leadership, planning, and execution of dining services operations. This role oversees kitchen management, menu development, staffing, budgeting, and regulatory compliance while ensuring residents receive high-quality meals and excellent service.
You will lead by example, mentor team members, and maintain a dining program that reflects both hospitality standards and senior nutrition needs.
Key Responsibilities
Direct and oversee all dining services operations
Develop and implement seasonal and resident-focused menus
Manage food budgets, purchasing, and inventory control
Ensure compliance with health department and food safety regulations
Lead, train, schedule, and evaluate dining services staffMaintain high standards of cleanliness and sanitation
Create a fine-dining style experience appropriate for senior living
Collaborate with community leadership to enhance resident satisfaction
Monitor performance metrics and drive continuous improvement
Qualifications
3+ years of food service leadership experience
(senior living or healthcare preferred)
Proven experience managing teams and department budgets
ServSafe Certification required
Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card required
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to motivate teams and uphold service excellence
Commitment to resident-centered hospitality
Why Join Legacy?
Leadership role with autonomy and support
Stable, full-time salaried position
Positive, values-driven culture
Opportunity to make a daily difference
Long-term growth potential within our organization
Apply Today If you're ready to lead a dining program that truly enhances residents' quality of life, we encourage you to apply today.
Our
3-minute, mobile-friendly application
makes it easy to get started.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Dining Services Director
to lead all culinary and dining operations within our senior living community.
This is a leadership opportunity for a motivated professional who is passionate about food service excellence, team development, and creating an exceptional dining experience for our residents.
Pay & Benefits
Salary starting at $72,000/year
(based on experience)
Full-time, salaried leadership position
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
401(k) with company match
Supportive, family-oriented workplace culture
About Legacy Retirement Residence of Mesa At Legacy Retirement Residence of Mesa, we provide care with a personal touch. Our residents' comfort, independence, and happiness guide everything we do.
We are proud to live by our six core values:
Be loving • Choose wisely • Perform together • Act boldly • Express gratitude • Mind the store
Our community offers a welcoming, team-driven environment where leaders are empowered to make a meaningful impact.
Position Overview The
Dining Services Director
is responsible for the overall leadership, planning, and execution of dining services operations. This role oversees kitchen management, menu development, staffing, budgeting, and regulatory compliance while ensuring residents receive high-quality meals and excellent service.
You will lead by example, mentor team members, and maintain a dining program that reflects both hospitality standards and senior nutrition needs.
Key Responsibilities
Direct and oversee all dining services operations
Develop and implement seasonal and resident-focused menus
Manage food budgets, purchasing, and inventory control
Ensure compliance with health department and food safety regulations
Lead, train, schedule, and evaluate dining services staffMaintain high standards of cleanliness and sanitation
Create a fine-dining style experience appropriate for senior living
Collaborate with community leadership to enhance resident satisfaction
Monitor performance metrics and drive continuous improvement
Qualifications
3+ years of food service leadership experience
(senior living or healthcare preferred)
Proven experience managing teams and department budgets
ServSafe Certification required
Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card required
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to motivate teams and uphold service excellence
Commitment to resident-centered hospitality
Why Join Legacy?
Leadership role with autonomy and support
Stable, full-time salaried position
Positive, values-driven culture
Opportunity to make a daily difference
Long-term growth potential within our organization
Apply Today If you're ready to lead a dining program that truly enhances residents' quality of life, we encourage you to apply today.
Our
3-minute, mobile-friendly application
makes it easy to get started.
#J-18808-Ljbffr