Seasoned Chef And Healthcare Leader Joins Morning Pointe As Director Of Dining Operations

  • Thursday, March 13, 2025
Justin Leiter
Justin Leiter

Morning Pointe Senior Living has named Justin Leiter as director of dining operations for the company.

Mr. Leiter has been in food service for 20 years. He is a professionally trained chef with extensive healthcare leadership experience, including roles as an executive chef and director of food and nutrition services at two prominent Nashville metropolitan hospitals. He has a degree in culinary arts and is ServSafe certified.

In his new role, Mr. Leiter oversees dining services across the company’s 40 communities. He trains new food service directors and support the dietary teams with menus, budgeting and acquiring fresh local ingredients, among other responsibilities.

“I started in food service for the creative, artistic expression, but once I began working in healthcare, I came to also value the feeling that I was making a difference in someone’s life,” said Mr. Leiter. “In coming to Morning Pointe, I appreciate the compassion and integrity shown by leadership and the ability to positively impact our residents’ experience.”

Mr. Leiter lives in Cleveland with his wife, Emily, and their two sons, Liam and Lochlan. In his free time, he enjoys mountain biking and spending time with his family.

“Regular nutritious and good-tasting meals are one of the most important services Morning Pointe Senior Living offers at our communities,” said Franklin Farrow, Morning Pointe Senior Living co-founder and CEO. “Food makes a huge difference in seniors’ quality of life, and we are glad to have Justin taking the lead of our food services across the region with his experience and dedication.”

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