Food Service Director

Join Our REAL Food Mission!

We are seeking a polished and experienced Food Service Director to lead both front-of-house and back-of-house dining operations at a luxury senior living community in Beaumont TX.

Our client offers an elevated senior living experience focused on exceptional hospitality beautifully crafted meals and personalized resident care.

About the Community We Serve

In this community the dining experience is at the center of resident satisfaction. The setting reflects high-end hospitality standards offering a concierge-style detail-driven and warm environment where every meal becomes a meaningful connection.

Your Role and Impact

As Food Service Director you will oversee the entire dining operation with a strong emphasis on front-of-house service excellence. You will ensure the dining room operates like a five-star hospitality venue while collaborating closely with the culinary team to maintain smooth efficient back-of-house coordination.

You will lead mentor and inspire the service team manage relationships with residents clients and leadership and oversee financial and operational performance all while creating an inviting and polished dining experience for all.

What You Will Do

• Lead front-of-house service operations setting and maintaining five-star hospitality standards.
• Build strong relationships with residents and address their feedback with empathy professionalism and follow-through.
• Collaborate with the culinary team on weekly menu development and updates ensuring alignment with resident preferences and nutritional needs.
• Oversee both dining room and kitchen organization staffing scheduling and operational flow.
• Develop and mentor staff cultivating a positive team culture centered around excellence and service.
• Manage budgets labor and inventory with a strong financial and strategic approach.
• Utilize IT systems to handle reporting scheduling and administrative tasks with precision.
• Communicate confidently and professionally with residents the executive team and client partners.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations across both front and back of house.
• Uphold and continuously improve clear detailed and standardized service processes.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

What You Will Need

• 3-5 years proven leadership experience as a Food and Beverage Director Culinary Director or Hospitality Director preferably in luxury senior living fine dining country clubs or high-end hospitality.
• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification or ability and willingness to obtain strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of both front-of-house service standards and back-of-house operations.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage residents and lead diverse teams.
• Process-oriented with high attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated financial acumen including budget management and labor oversight.
• Proficient with IT systems including POS inventory scheduling and reporting platforms.
• Flexibility to work weekends holidays and special events as needed.
• A genuine passion for creating elegant meaningful dining experiences.

Physical and Sensory Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequent bending reaching and lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Capacity to lead and assist in a fast-paced dynamic dining environment.
• Strong verbal communication and visual attention to detail for guest service and food quality assurance.

Whats in it for You

• Competitive annual salary range between $76000 and $82000 annually based on experience.
• 10% Bonus structure based on performance.
• Comprehensive health dental and vision benefits.
• 401(k) with company match and profit-sharing program.
• Paid time off paid holidays and paid family care leave.
• Access to wellness resources and professional development programs.
• A welcoming mission-driven company culture focused on respect quality and teamwork.

If you are an experienced hospitality professional ready to elevate dining in senior living to a five-star experience we would love to meet you!

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