Food Service Director (CDM)

Job overview

The Food Service Director (CDM) role is an onsite, full-time position in Chicago, IL; compensation is not specified. The role supports Chalet Living’s senior living community and its cafe and restaurant dining operations. The director oversees daily food service, leading culinary staff and coordinating menu planning, food preparation, presentation, and sanitation. The work helps provide residents with meals that meet varied tastes and dietary needs while maintaining food safety and regulatory standards.

What you'll do

• Oversee cafe and restaurant operations, including menu planning, food preparation, and presentation
• hire, train, and evaluate culinary staff
• maintain supplier relationships
• develop menus for residents’ tastes and dietary needs
• uphold food safety, sanitation, and health regulations
• collaborate on resident programs and events.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

food service director

certified dietary manager (cdm)

chicago il

chalet living

senior living

dining operations

menu planning

food preparation

food safety

sanitation

culinary team

resident programs

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits program are mentioned
• specific benefits are not listed.

Why this role

Senior living dining leadership with responsibility for resident-focused menus and culinary team development.

About the employer

Chalet Living is hiring for this role. Industry: Assisted Living Facilities for the Elderly. Sector: 62.