Nutrition & Culinary Services Director I - Join the Team!

Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS) is a well-established nonprofit, faith-based organization headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota, with a mission to provide a broad array of high-quality housing, care options, and services for older adults. Founded in 1955, PHS has grown into one of the largest nonprofit senior housing and services providers in the United States, serving more than 26,000 older adults through over 60 affiliated senior living communities across Minnesota, Iowa, and Wisconsin. The organization is also co-owner of Genevive, the largest geriatric primary care practice in Minnesota, which delivers comprehensive care to over 15,000 older adults. PHS is recognized as an innovative leader dedicated to fostering independence, purposeful living, and overall well-being for seniors. With a robust commitment to employee development, PHS fills approximately 80% of its leadership roles internally, emphasizing growth and career advancement. The company fosters a supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults. Mainstreet Village of Richfield, part of the PHS family, is a vibrant housing with services community located at 7601 Lyndale Ave S., Richfield, MN. This community provides a continuum of care, including independent senior living, assisted senior living, and specialized memory care. Residents enjoy a welcoming atmosphere with a variety of housing options and services tailored to meet their individual needs and preferences. The community prioritizes resident choice and autonomy, helping seniors to live fulfilling and comfortable lives with as much or as little assistance as needed. The Nutrition & Culinary Services Director role at Mainstreet Village is a full-time position reporting directly to the Site Leader. This leadership role involves oversight and management of the entire Nutrition & Culinary Services program, including supervising a diverse team that ranges from assistant directors and executive chefs to cooks, servers, and nutrition coordinators. Predominantly scheduled from Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM, the position requires some weekend availability to meet business needs. The estimated salary range for this role is $60,070 to $75,067 annually, influenced by experience, qualifications, and market conditions. As Nutrition & Culinary Services Director, you will play a crucial role in ensuring high-quality customer meals and an exceptional dining experience that aligns with regulatory standards and established best practices. Your responsibilities will include planning, organizing, developing, evaluating, and effectively directing all aspects of the nutrition and culinary services. This includes direct involvement in meal preparation oversight, developing nutritious and palatable menus based on customer preferences, and maintaining accurate documentation in compliance with procedures. In addition to managing meal programs, the director is responsible for fostering positive communication with customers, soliciting regular feedback to enhance meal quality and satisfaction, and encouraging resident participation in dining activities. The role requires collaboration with site leadership to develop strategies that achieve both short- and long-term operational goals for the site, promoting a dining culture that supports resident independence, choice, and well-being. Candidates must demonstrate strong leadership and management skills in food service operations, including expertise in clinical nutrition for older adults, quality management, staff development, and community outreach. The ideal director will be flexible, possess personal integrity, and be adept at working effectively with a variety of stakeholders, including residents, families, staff, visitors, and the public. Fluency in English and compatibility with PHS's mission and operating philosophies are essential for success in this role. PHS offers a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including health and dental insurance with health savings account contributions, life insurance, retirement plans with employer matching, holiday pay, and paid time off. Additional benefits are available for part-time employees, such as vision insurance and education assistance programs. All employees have access to an employee assistance program, same-day pay, and educational discounts. Joining PHS as the Nutrition & Culinary Services Director at Mainstreet Village means becoming part of a compassionate team dedicated to enhancing the lives of older adults through quality care and meaningful community involvement.

• Enrolled in or graduate of a dietary manager course with current state certification
• Current food safety certification
• Three to five years leadership experience in food service
• Demonstrated competencies in food service management and operations
• Quality management and staff development skills
• Knowledge of clinical nutrition for the elderly and community outreach
• Flexibility and personal integrity
• Effective communication skills in English
• Compatibility with PHS's mission and values