What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dining Room Manager position at EveryAge?
Abernethy Laurels is a compassionate and resident-focused long-term care facility dedicated to providing high-quality care and a home-like environment for our residents. We believe that mealtimes are a vital part of daily life, offering both nourishment and community. We are currently seeking a Dining Room Manager who is passionate about hospitality, senior care, and team leadership to oversee dining operations and ensure a positive mealtime experience for all.
Position Summary
The Dining Room Manager is responsible for the overall coordination and management of the dining room experience for our residents. This includes supervising dining staff, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, coordinating with dietary and nursing teams, and maintaining a high level of service and resident satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee day-to-day dining room operations, ensuring smooth meal service for all residents
- Supervise, train, and schedule dining room staff (servers, dietary aides, etc.)
- Collaborate with the dietary manager and kitchen staff to ensure meals are served correctly, timely, and according to residents' dietary needs
- Ensure cleanliness, safety, and presentation of the dining room and service areas
- Respond promptly and professionally to resident and family concerns or feedback
- Monitor dining room supplies and equipment, report maintenance needs
- Maintain compliance with all relevant health, safety, and sanitation regulations
- Assist in planning and executing special meals or events
- Uphold dignity, respect, and quality of life for all residents during meal services
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (required), additional hospitality or food service management training a plus
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in food service, preferably in a healthcare, senior living, or hospitality setting
- Supervisory or team lead experience strongly preferred
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of dietary restrictions and health codes related to long-term care dining
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment with compassion and patience
- ServSafe certification or ability to obtain (preferred)
Why Join Us?
- Meaningful work in a supportive, resident-centered environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and training
- Competitive pay and benefits
- Be part of a dedicated team making a difference every day
Our Mission:
A Christian ministry providing vibrant living, diverse programs of outreach and compassionate services, EveryAge is a collective collaboration of unspoken dedication to the mission of caring for others and adding life to the years of those we serve.
Our Vision:
Enriching lives by providing the right services, at the right time, in the right setting.
Core Values:
- Compassion – We treat all individuals with understanding, care and respect.
- Integrity – We are honest, accountable and transparent in our services, communications and fulfillment of our mission.
- Quality – We strive to provide excellent service, surpassing ordinary standards and expectations.
- Innovation – We are continually changing in order to meet new needs.
- People – We are committed to hiring and investing in dedicated, passionate people.
- Value – We aim to be the provider of choice making services accessible to as many people as possible.