Culinary Coordinator

Sunset Park Place • Dubuque, IA

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About The Position

The Culinary Coordinator leads the Culinary Department and kitchen team to provide high-quality dining experiences for residents. The role oversees menu planning, food preparation and service, staff supervision and training, food and supply ordering, inventory, budgeting, safety, sanitation, and administrative operations. The coordinator may cook up to four days per week, supports the team when needed, and contributes to resident safety and community operations.

Jaybird Senior Living provides care and support for seniors in its communities. The company says it has operated since 2004 and offers employees opportunities to innovate and grow.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Approved Food Service Certificate, as required by state requirements where applicable.
• Knowledge of culinary service management.
• Strong communication, listening, and organizational skills.
• Experience cooking for large groups and developing diverse menus.
• Supervisory and problem-solving abilities, including decision-making and goal-setting skills.
• Positive, professional demeanor and commitment to serving the elderly.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience managing staff in a culinary or hospitality setting.

Nice To Haves

• Culinary Arts degree.
• Two years of related culinary or hospitality experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop schedules and supervise Cooks and Culinary Assistants; participate in hiring, training, and discipline.
• Conduct in-service training and performance reviews at 30 days, 90 days, and semi-annually.
• Plan menus to minimize waste; prepare and serve meals while maintaining quality presentation.
• Cook up to four days per week and develop changes to the full-service “Anytime” menu.
• Maintain food storage and rotation, and inventory kitchen equipment, food, and supplies; conduct annual inventories.
• Order food and supplies as needed, stay within budget guidelines, and perform cost analysis.
• Ensure proper sanitation, safety procedures, and compliance with regulatory standards, including HIPAA.
• Enforce the company dress code, PPE use, and food safety standards.
• Assist with emergency response, including fire alarms and resident calls for urgent assistance.
• Fill in for Cooks or Culinary Assistants as needed and support the safety team and community committees.
• Report unsafe conditions and follow Policies & Procedures and community regulations.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus opportunities.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) with match.
• Paid time off.
• Flexible hours.
• Employee assistance program.
• On-demand pay.
• Career growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED