Director of Dining Services

Director of Dining Services - The Montebello on Academy

We are seeking an outstanding Dining Services Director to join and lead our dining team at a large senior living community in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Come join a team of dedicated, smart, and caring professionals as they work together to care for our seniors and provide them the lifestyle they deserve.

Who we are

"Our supreme goal is to do and be the best in all we undertake, and to provide a Stellar life for our residents, their families and our employees." - Evrett Benton, CEO

If you are looking for a company and team that understands the value of people, then look no further!

Stellar Senior Living is a premier assisted living and memory care provider in the Western United States. Founded in 2012 we have experienced consistent growth adding senior living communities to our family each year. We continue to grow and are looking for top talent to join our team and continue the journey with us.

Since 1986, The Montebello on Academy in Albuquerque has offered it all. Neighbors here enjoy spacious apartments, Sandia Mountain views, and meals made with care by Chef Charlie. Days are filled with fitness classes, cards, lectures, outings, and the simple joy of time spent together. It’s a community known for its warmth, its long-tenured team, and the friendships that make life feel both steady and full.

 What we offer

• Competitive salary 
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, generous Paid Time Off program, holidays, 401k and more!!!
• Company sponsored training, tuition reimbursement, and other learning opportunities

Job Description

The Dining Services Director is responsible for ensuring a stellar culinary program for our residents. You will be responsible to manage and administrate all aspects of food services at the community while complying with all applicable regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversight and responsibility for daily operations of our Dining Services Department
• Hiring, training, and development of staff in conjunction with your leadership team
• Responsible for the overall financial and operational functions related to dining room service and culinary operations
• Creates and plans weekly menus for the Community
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local sanitation regulations
• Conducts routine safety inspections of dining room, food storage areas, chemical storage areas, and food receiving area

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years’ previous experience in food production/management
• Must have a Serve Safe certification or become certified within 90 days of hire date
• Must have basic knowledge of food preparation procedures, proper dining room service etiquette, as well as related Health Department regulations and guidelines pertaining to food service operations

If you are the right candidate, then we definitely want to hear from you! To apply click the “Apply” button or send your resume directly to Britni Lujan at blujan@stellarliving.com

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

As part of Stellar Senior Living’s continued efforts to maintain a safe environment for all employees, residents, families, and visitors, Stellar strongly encourages its employees to receive an FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccination, as well as any subsequent booster doses, as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).  To facilitate and further encourage COVID-19 vaccinations, Stellar periodically organizes onsite vaccination clinics at its various locations.  Stellar employees are not required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of employment.