Food & Beverage Director

At MBK Senior Living, we're committed to putting people first our residents and team members. Exceeding expectations and enriching lives drives our day-to-day.

And it's all powered by Yoi Shigoto, a Japanese concept that translates to "good, quality work." It's more than a mantra.

• It's part of our company-wide commitment to build trust, set high standards, and develop potential in ourselves and others!Whether you're looking for a flexible, part-time job or the pathway to a lasting career, you'll find it here at MBK Senior Living and a whole lot more! When you join the MBK Senior Living team, you'll enjoy : -Impacting lives and building lasting relationships -Executing exceptional signature programs in dining, fitness, wellness, and care -A supportive community team that encourages personal and professional growth and celebrates your success -A fun-filled, energetic environment that's centered in hospitality and high-quality service -Competitive salaries -Professional development, training, and personal coaching through our Mentor, Buddy, and Executive Director in Training Programs -Education loan assistance & scholarships -Financial and legal services -Team Member discounts -Health and Wellness resources Full-time benefits include : -Rich benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and 401k matching up to 4% -Childcare and eldercare assistance -Flexible spending accounts If you're looking for a place where you can make an impact, find purpose and joy, and receive the training, tools, and support to reach your career goals look no further, apply today! We are currently seeking a Food & Beverage Director for our Courtyard at Mount Tabor community in Portland, OR! Schedule : Monday - Friday The Food & Beverage Director is responsible for the following : ensuring the successful creation, production, and service of high-quality food products to residents, families, and guests;
• establishing a friendly, courteous restaurant atmosphere; maintaining clean, safe and operational excellence in the front and back of the house;
• operating the department within established financial budgets; supervising / overseeing the training of all kitchen and dining room staff;

establishing menus and menu cycles; and, overseeing the daily food preparation as well all hospitality operations.

Essential Job Duties

• Supervise all food service personnel at the community and prepare high-quality meals consistent with local customs and tastes
• Maintain inventory control on quantity and condition of all kitchen equipment (ensure a monthly China, glass, and silver inventory is conducted)
• Ensure the safe working condition of all food service equipment
• Purchase all food and non-food supplies from approved vendors
• Understand and monitor the monthly food service budget on a daily basis to achieve department budget targets
• Establish menus and menu cycles with recipes to support them in collaboration with the Chef
• Continually check the market for new ideas, cooking techniques and product
• Complete various reporting on a timely basis
• Monitor compliance with health regulations regarding food preparation, storage, and service
• Monitor food preparation methods, portion sizes, garnishing, and presentation of food to ensure consistent quality standards are met
• Investigate and resolve resident comments and suggestions regarding food selection, quality and / or service
• Coordinate assignments of cooking personnel to ensure the economical use of food and timely preparation
• Schedule and receive food and beverage deliveries, checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity
• Monitor budgets and payroll records, and review financial transactions to ensure that expenditures are authorized and budgeted
• Provide opportunities for associates to engage in their work, the community and the company
• Create an environment of associate recognition and appreciation
• Conduct departmental planning and forecasting, and fluidly manage operations based on occupancy and economic conditions
• Drive process and continuous improvement
• Model high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing a name tag when working
• Interview, hire and retain highly effective associates
• Present and / or ensure required new hire training, ongoing skills training, and recordkeeping takes place for all associates
• General instruction and / or functional guidance is provided on some, but not all tasks to be performed, and the results of individual projects may be reviewed upon completion
• Expected to respond to questions from residents and their family members, troubleshooting and resolving issues utilizing their own discretion and judgment.

Supervisory Responsibility

• Responsible for the direct supervision of team members in the following roles : Kitchen Manager, Dining Room Supervisor, Cooks, Utility Workers, and Servers.
• Using independent judgment which includes having the authority, in the interest of MBK, to hire, transfer, suspend, promote, discharge, assign, reward, or counsel team members.
• As a member of the community management team and a manager on duty (MOD), temporary direct and indirect supervisory responsibilities will exist.

Knowledge and Skills

• College degree or some college preferred.
• Culinary or Hospitality certification or a minimum of five years of professional hospitality experience in quantity food production.
• Able to read, speak, write, and follow verbal and written instructions in English.
• Ø Must possess strong communication skills.

Special Requirements / Certifications

Must possess Food Handler’s Certificate where required and acquire ServSafe certification.

Physical Demands

• Must be mobile and able to perform the physical requirements of the job, bending, kneeling, stooping, pushing, pulling, and repetitive motion
• Ability to sit and work at a computer for long periods of time
• Able to move intermittently throughout the work day and the community
• Ability to lift / carry up to 30 lbs. and push up to 20lbs. as necessary

Inspiring people, creating experiences, and supporting goals are just a few ways MBK Senior Living creates a positive work environment.

It's how we support our team members, serve our residents, and achieve our pursuit to be the senior living provider of choice in each market we serve.

MBK Senior Living has pursued this goal for more than 30 years. Currently, the company owns and operates 38 Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care services in senior living communities throughout the Western United States.

We’re proud to have been ranked among the Top 50 "Best Workplaces in Aging Services" by Fortune magazine and certified as a Great Place to Work by the Great Place to Work Institute since 2017.

MBK is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected reason.

Our company is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for qualifying individuals in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

To request reasonable accommodation, contact . Regulatory Disclosures for Senior Living Communities with Medicaid Residents : An Excluded Party is a person that the federal or state government found not eligible to provide care and services in a facility that receives Medicare or Medicaid funding.

If employed at one of our senior living communities that receives Medicare or Medicaid funding, team members must not be considered an Excluded Party as defined by the Department of Health and Human Services, any state Medicaid Programs, and any additional federal and state government contract programs.

If, as a team member, you learn that you are an Excluded Party at any time, you must present your Excluded Party notice letter to your supervisor immediately.

Other Regulatory Requirements : If employed at one of our senior living communities, team members must continually comply with certain laws and regulations that impact the company, including, but not limited to, as applicable, state licensing regulations, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), Resident Rights as defined by the Department of Health and Human Services, and any other federal or state laws relating to team members’ professional licenses.