Chef Manager

Laurus•Canton, MI

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for managing overall community dining operations and experience, as well as leading by example with regard to customer service, employee relations and quality assurance while maintaining compliance with Leisure Living Management policies and applicable regulations.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED is required.
Must have demonstrable knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office in a Windows environment, with a capacity to master company specific software.
Current Serv-Safe Manager Certified or obtained within 90 days of hire.
Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work with minimal supervision
Effective oral and written communication skills
Professional telephone etiquette and customer service skills
Superior communication and interpersonal skills
Communicate in a respectful and professional manner with residents, families, co-workers and leadership staff at the community
Developed organizational skills
Ability to problem solve and demonstrate good judgement
Team oriented self-starter with demonstrated ability to accept direction and work well with supervisor
Promote teamwork by working with coworkers in a positive and cooperative manner
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality

Nice To Haves

Previous courses in Culinary Arts are strongly preferred or three years of experience with cooking/baking in a commercial setting or a combination of education, work and supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Plan a nutritionally balanced menu based on GFS regional and seasonal menu template
Ensure the menu considers resident preferences
Prepare tasteful meals adhering to food safety standards
Responsible for ensuring pleasing plate presentation for all meals
Oversee dining room service, including set up, service and clean up with high hospitality standards
Order adequate supplies weekly based on menu, budget, current inventory and storage capabilities
Ensure supplies are routinely inventoried and maintained in all common area kitchenettes
Ensure dining services department meets regulatory requirements
Responsible for training all staff who support meal service
Maintain adequate food and supplies for disaster preparedness
Participate in resident move-in process, care conferences, resident council and food committees as appropriate
Ensure resident special diets are offered and prepared, recognizing a resident’s right to choose
Uphold sanitation schedule for kitchen, equipment, and dining room to maintain standard of sanitation and cleanliness
Work with other departments to coordinate special events
Prepare a work schedule for dining services staff
Ensure adequate staffing to meet community dining needs, while adhering to labor budget
Interview and select dining services employees
Conduct performance evaluations, provide coaching and issue employee discipline as needed
Ability to inspire and motivate dining services staff through leadership, supervision and coaching
Promote positive relationships with residents, staff and visitors
Perform any other duties as requested within the scope of responsibility and requirements of the job.
May be required to assist at sister communities upon request.