Dining Services Director

Company: Compass Senior Living
Location: Portland
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

DINING SERVICES DIRECTOR, join us on our mission to create a senior living revolution where compassion meets innovation! Who We Are We are a company built upon a common belief that senior living communities can and should be places of vibrancy and life. We honor, recognize, and empower the extraordinary team members on this journey with us knowing we are making the world of elderhood better together. Our individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, unique capabilities, and talent are significant to our culture, resident experience, and achievements! What You’ll Do The Dining Services Director manages the overall operation of the Dining Services Department. This position assists in maintaining a positive physical and social environment for the residents. As a Dining Services Director, you can expect a range of responsibilities and tasks. Here are some general expectations: You will be responsible for menu development, cooking, ordering food and supplies, managing a budget, and maintaining inventory control. You will create menus in partnership with the Culinary Specialist and your team. You will be responsible for inspiring your team by modeling collaboration and teamwork. You will demonstrate kindness and empathy for the elders you and your team serve. You will work with the marketing, nursing, and Life Enrichment teams to showcase your work, determine food preferences, and for internal and external events where food is served. You will supervise, assign duties, and direct the Dining Services team. (Cooks, Servers, Assistants, etc.) You will interview, make hiring decisions, and orient new team members. You will ensure that safety and sanitation policies are implemented. What You’ll Bring You will have at least one-year supervisory experience. You will bring kindness and a desire to work with the elderly; enjoy working with people in general. You will have a Food Handler’s card or be able to get one. You will be formally trained in food service management or the culinary arts or have equivalent experience in food service management or the culinary arts. You will be capable of maintaining full-time attendance. You will meet all health requirements. You will have good verbal communication and the ability to read, write, and speak English with residents and coworkers who only speak English. You will be able to pass a criminal background check. You will have the ability to perform job responsibilities with or without accommodation. What We Offer Benefits for all team members, regardless of employment status : Accrue vacation and sick time starting your first day! 401(k) retirement savings plan after 90 days, with employer match after one year. Financial wellness education program. Employee and Family Assistance Program to support your emotional wellness. Wellness and Fitness Resources with savings discounts. Early access pay options Career growth through ongoing training programs and mentorship opportunities. Additional benefits for full-time team members Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Benefit options Education reimbursement program. If you are guided by goodness, loyalty, faith, and fun and think you would be a good fit for our organization, we would love to talk with you! With a resume or an application, you are one step closer to this exciting opportunity! CSL300

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