Assistant Director of Dining Services - Houston, TX

Org Marketing Statement Erickson Retirement Communities develops and manages continuing care retirement communities that provide unparalleled opportunities and unmatched value for middle-income people over age 62. The Erickson network currently comprises 18 campuses in ten states, along with the Retirement Living TV network and the NorthBay Adventure Camp. The company is rapidly growing to achieve our goal of serving even more seniors nationwide. As we grow, we seek talented, compassionate individuals to share their gifts to create communities that celebrate life. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to manage several departments successfully; ability to communicate effectively with a large number of employees; knowledge or skills in culinary arts, purchasing, sanitation, business management and health care. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: A minimum of seven years progressive restaurant or food service management experience. College Degree in Restaurant Management, Dietetics or Nutrition preferred. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Walking, standing, bending, sitting, speaking, lifting, pushing, stooping, stretching, thinking, evaluating, instructing, writing, calculating, use of computer, learning new skills and information. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Responsibilities Supervises all CB Dining Services Managers. Produces all cycle menus and costs; acquires all required equipment and supplies for the Department; oversees production employees and service employees; coordinates with CB Dining Services Managers, Catering/Events Manager and Coordinator of Quality Assurance/Staff Development for menu implementation and special events; plans catering menus (or works with Catering/Events Manager to plan) and special events menus; coordinates retail services; provides residents, staff, and the community-at-large with high quality food and service. Serves as the human resource specialist for the dining services department. EEO Statement In conformity with applicable laws, Erickson Retirement Communities, Inc. and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, or physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law or unrelated to job requirements. MON Job Title:   Assistant Director of Dining Services - Houston, TX Company:   Erickson Retirement Communities Location:   US-TX-Houston Status:   Full Time, Employee Job Category:   Business/Strategic Management Career Level:   Manager (Manager/Supervisor of Staff) Company:   Erickson Retirement Communities