Dining Services Director- Assisted Living

We're seeking a Dining Services Director who is equal parts culinary leader, hospitality professional, and team builder. As Dining Services Director, you'll lead all aspects of our dining operation while helping shape the culture of one of the most important departments in our community.

What You Will Do

Lead all dining operations, including menu planning, food production, purchasing, inventory management, budgeting, and regulatory compliance. Recruit, train, coach, and develop a high-performing dining team. Build meaningful relationships with residents and families.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Passion for hospitality and serving older adults with dignity, warmth, and respect. Strong culinary foundation with experience in scratch cooking and menu development. Proven ability to lead teams, develop talent, and maintain high performance standards.

Requirements

• Five or more years of culinary leadership or foodservice management experience
• Senior Living experience not required – only a willingness to learn
• Passion for hospitality and serving older adults with dignity, warmth, and respect
• Strong culinary foundation with experience in scratch cooking and menu development
• Proven ability to lead teams, develop talent, and maintain high performance standards
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation regulations, and kitchen best practices
• Experience managing food costs, labor budgets, purchasing, and inventory
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• High school diploma or GED required; culinary degree or professional certifications preferred
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet Pegasus Senior Living background and driving requirements

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) with match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Flexible hours for better work-life balance
• Employee assistance program
• Annual bonuses
• Short- and long-term incentives
• Program-specific awards