Dining Services Manager Senior Living Community

at  Thomas Cuisine

JOB DESCRIPTION: DINING SERVICES MANAGER SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITY LUTHER OAKS OF BLOOMINGTON, IL

Who We Are
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”.
What’s in it for you
Joining our team offers you access to supportive colleagues, cutting-edge learning technologies, employee wellness benefits, and more.

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 a 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.

• 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.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• 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.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory, staff schedules, and resident dietary preferences.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure compliance with regulations and standards.
• 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 excellent customer service is 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.