Dining Services Director - Sign on Bonus

Sign on Bonus - $2500Great Food Is Great CareAt Pegasus Senior Living, we believe every meal is an opportunity to create comfort, connection, and joy. Our dining program is built around fresh ingredients, scratch cooking, genuine hospitality, and the belief that dining should be one of the most anticipated parts of every resident's day.We're seeking a Dining Services Director who is equal parts culinary leader, hospitality professional, and team builder. If you take pride in serving restaurant-quality food, developing people, and creating memorable dining experiences, we'd love to meet you.What You'll DoAs Dining Services Director, you'll lead all aspects of our dining operation while helping shape the culture of one of the most important departments in our community.Culinary LeadershipLead all dining operations, including menu planning, food production, purchasing, inventory management, budgeting, and regulatory complianceServe as lead chef up to three days per week, maintaining high standards for food quality, flavor, consistency, and presentationChampion a scratch-cooking culture that emphasizes fresh preparation, culinary creativity, and resident satisfactionEnsure meals are prepared and served with pride, attention to detail, and hospitality at every touchpointTeam DevelopmentRecruit, train, coach, and develop a high-performing dining teamFoster a positive kitchen culture built on accountability, teamwork, professionalism, and mutual respectCreate an environment where associates are engaged, supported, and empowered to grow their skillsLead by example, demonstrating excellence in both culinary execution and customer serviceResident ExperienceBuild meaningful relationships with residents and familiesLearn residents' preferences, dietary needs, and dining habits to deliver a personalized dining experiencePartner closely with health services and community leadership to identify and respond to changes in appetite, nutritional needs, or dining satisfactionParticipate in resident meetings and dining feedback opportunities to continuously improve the programOperational ExcellenceManage location food purchasing, inventory controls, and labor resources to achieve financial goalsMaintain accurate meal counts and documentation for residents, guests, and staff mealsEnsure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, emergency preparedness, and company standardsDrive continuous improvement in service, quality, cleanliness, and efficiencyWhat We're Looking For Five or more years of culinary leadership or foodservice management experienceSenior Living experience not required – only a willingness to learnPassion for hospitality and serving older adults with dignity, warmth, and respectStrong culinary foundation with experience in scratch cooking and menu developmentProven ability to lead teams, develop talent, and maintain high performance standardsKnowledge of food safety, sanitation regulations, and kitchen best practicesExperience managing food costs, labor budgets, purchasing, and inventoryExcellent communication and relationship-building skillsProficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)High school diploma or GED required; culinary degree or professional certifications preferredValid driver's license and ability to meet Pegasus Senior Living background and driving requirementsWhy Pegasus Senior Living?At Pegasus, dining is not viewed as a support service—it's a cornerstone of the resident experience. Our Dining Services Directors have the opportunity to make a visible impact every day through food, hospitality, and leadership.What You'll Find HereA culture that values hospitality, culinary excellence, and genuine human connectionThe opportunity to lead a chef-driven dining program focused on quality and resident satisfactionMeaningful work that directly enhances the lives of older adultsSupportive leadership that values innovation, creativity, and professional growthCompetitive salary and benefits packageOpportunities for advancement within a growing senior living organizationIf you believe food has the power to bring people together, create meaningful moments, and improve quality of life, we'd love to welcome you to the Pegasus family.PSL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, PSL will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective associates and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with PSL.