Director of Culinary Services - Quick Hire!

This reputable organization operates within the senior living and healthcare industry, providing a nurturing and supportive environment where residents feel at home and cared for. The company is dedicated to delivering exceptional service and care, making it a trusted community leader. Their culinary department plays a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for residents by offering nutritious, appealing, and safe meal options. The organization values platinum service, which emphasizes responsiveness, quality, and empathy in every interaction with residents and team members. The Director of Culinary Operations is a pivotal leadership role within this establishment, responsible for overseeing all culinary department functions and staff. This position ensures that daily culinary operations are executed effectively, timely, and in compliance with regulatory standards. Beyond managing food preparation, the director develops and evaluates workflows, manages staffing, coordinates training, maintains strict adherence to food safety and quality standards, and oversees purchasing and inventory controls. The role requires the ability to balance operational efficiency with delivering an exceptional dining experience that aligns with the organization’s platinum service philosophy. This role is exempt from overtime regulations and includes significant supervisory responsibilities, requiring direct reports and active management of culinary personnel. The ideal candidate must be motivated to foster a positive team environment while skillfully addressing compliance requirements and operational challenges. Working conditions involve exposure to kitchen environments including heat, cold, and potentially hazardous materials, necessitating a high commitment to safety and sanitation. The Director of Culinary Operations is not only a manager but a community builder, enhancing residents’ daily lives through high-quality meals and exceptional service. Candidates must demonstrate strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of culinary arts and hospitality management, and experience working in settings such as skilled nursing facilities. The position demands flexibility in working hours to meet the dynamic needs of the community and ensures that the culinary department supports the overall mission of creating a place that residents are proud to call home.

• Must meet all applicable state and federal requirements for this position
• food service manager certification (skilled nursing facilities)
• associate or bachelor's degree in culinary arts or related field
• three or more years of culinary and food preparation experience in a related field
• three or more years of management experience in culinary cooking or hospitality management
• proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• ability to communicate effectively in English both verbal and written
• able to work flexible hours as needed
• able to frequently lift/carry 30 lbs and occasionally 50 lbs
• able to frequently push/pull up to 30 lbs and occasionally 50 lbs
• able to bend, twist, stoop, reach at or below the shoulder
• able to frequently stand or walk and alternate between standing and sitting
• able to work with ill, disabled, elderly and emotionally upset people
• able to follow instructions and make independent decisions