Director

Description:

Aramark SeniorLIFE+ is hiring an experienced Director of Dining Services to lead our operations at Asbury Communities Bethany Village location in Mechanicsburg, PA.

This senior leadership role oversees a full-service dining program within a high-end senior living environment, focused on delivering consistent, high-quality food and service while enhancing the resident experience.

Aramark partners with leading organizations to deliver integrated dining and facilities solutions that improve quality of life, strengthen operations, and support long-term success.

The Director of Dining Services provides both strategic and operational leadership for community dining programs. This role leads dining and culinary teams, partners closely with client leadership, and ensures consistent execution across all service areas. The position requires a leader who can drive performance, build strong teams, and maintain a high standard of hospitality in a structured, service-driven environment.

COMPENSATION RANGE: $100,000 - $110,000 Annually

Job Responsibilities

Dining Operations Leadership
 

• Lead all dining operations, including multiple service venues and resident dining programs
• Ensure consistent execution of food quality, service standards, and hospitality expectations
• Align culinary and service teams to deliver a strong, resident-focused experience
   

Team Leadership & Development
 

• Lead and develop managers and frontline teams
• Build a strong culture of accountability, performance, and service
• Establish clear expectations and support team growth
   

Client & Community Partnership
 

• Serve as a key leader within the community environment
• Build and maintain strong relationships with client and community stakeholders
• Identify opportunities to improve service delivery and overall experience
   

Financial & Operational Management
 

• Manage budgets, cost controls, and financial performance
• Partner with finance and operations leaders to improve efficiency and outcomes
• Drive operational discipline across all areas of responsibility
   

Compliance & Standards
 

• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and company standards
• Maintain safety, sanitation, and operational consistency
• Uphold Aramark policies and expectations
   

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications
 

• Experience in senior living, CCRC communities, healthcare dining, or upscale hospitality environments preferred
• Bachelor?s degree level education highly preferred in Food Service, Hospitality, Facilities, or Business Management
• Strong focus on client service, business growth, and operational leadership
• Effective communication skills with clients, senior leadership, and internal teams
• Ability to interpret and execute against contractual requirements
• Meaningful experience in service industry, contract services, or hospitality environments
• Proven ability to lead through other managers
• Experience managing budgets, financial controls, and operational analysis
• Experience developing and executing operational programs and initiatives