Spectrum Retirement Communities, LLC
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Director of Food and Beverage

Pay
$65,000 – $71,825 per year
Location
Algonquin, IL
Listed
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About the role

The Director of Food and Beverage is responsible for creating a superlative dining experience for our residents.

In this position, your main responsibilities will include

  • Recruit, hire, train, motivate, and educate a full complement of staff. Maintain department records and perform administrative functions.
  • Establish, document, direct, and assist with general kitchen and dining room sanitation procedures.
  • Coordinate with the community leadership team for any special functions or needs of residents
  • Comply with all state, local, or federal rules, regulations, and licensing requirements related to health, safety (OSHA), and general operations of the Food & Beverage Department

Qualifications & Requirements

To be successful in this position, we believe that you need the following experiences, strengths, and skills:

  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Culinary, and/or Dietary Manager Certification preferred, or the ability to become certified
  • Serve Safe certification or equivalent required
  • State and county-specific certifications
  • Two years' supervisory experience within a dietary environment
  • Experience in senior living, hospitality, or healthcare dining preferred
  • Possess general knowledge in the following areas of operation: productivity, costs and budgets, energy conservation, purchasing, receiving, storing systems, preparation and serving techniques, pilferage and portion control, personnel development, kitchen sanitation and general management of the Dietary Department

Additional Information

If you join Spectrum as a full-time team member, your story will include eligibility for medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, and other voluntary insurance options. All part-time and full-time team members are eligible to participate in our 401(k), paid time off, holiday pay, Daily Pay, and discounts through Perk Spot.

Spectrum Retirement Communities strongly encourage all team members to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, however, the vaccine is not a requirement to work with us.

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About the Company

At Spectrum Retirement Communities we believe in living without limits, in aging fearlessly, and in sharing great stories. The Spectrum Story is full of compassion, hard work, and fun. If the chapters of your life story include caring for others and a dedicated work ethic, then we need you!

Read the original posting

From Spectrum Retirement Communities, LLC's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 11, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.

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Common questions

What is the salary for the Director of Food and Beverage role at Spectrum Retirement Communities, LLC?

The Director of Food and Beverage posting at Spectrum Retirement Communities, LLC states compensation of $65,000 – $71,825 per year. Final pay may depend on location, experience, and interview evaluation on Spectrum Retirement Communities, LLC's official career site.

Where is the Director of Food and Beverage job at Spectrum Retirement Communities, LLC located?

This Director of Food and Beverage position at Spectrum Retirement Communities, LLC is located in Algonquin, IL. Always check Spectrum Retirement Communities, LLC's application page for specific state eligibility or relocation policies.

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