Culinary Coordinator

Milestone Senior Living EAU Claire•Eau Claire, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team as a Culinary Coordinator and lead a dedicated kitchen team in delivering exceptional dining experiences for our residents. You’ll oversee all aspects of the Culinary Department, from menu planning and food preparation to staff training and administrative operations, ensuring quality, safety, and resident satisfaction every day. If you have a passion for culinary excellence, leadership experience, and a commitment to serving the elderly, this is the role for you. Jaybird Senior Living provides seniors with the exceptional care they deserve, in an extraordinary living environment. Our communities offer seniors the freedom to enjoy each day as they see fit, with the right level of care and support; helping them approach life with renewed confidence and purpose. Since 2004, we’ve created a culture where our staff can innovate and grow — while our residents thrive and their families enjoy peace of mind.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Culinary Arts degree and two years of related culinary or hospitality experience.

Responsibilities

Develop schedules and supervise Cooks and Culinary Assistants; participate in hiring, training, and discipline of staff.
Conduct in-service trainings and performance reviews (30-day, 90-day, and semi-annual).
Plan menus to minimize waste, prepare food, serve meals, and maintain quality presentation.
Cook up to 4 days per week and develop changes to the full-service “Anytime” menu.
Maintain food storage, rotation, inventory of kitchen equipment, food, and supplies; perform annual inventories.
Order food and supplies as needed, keeping within budget guidelines and performing cost analysis.
Ensure proper sanitation practices, safety procedures, and compliance with all regulatory standards, including HIPAA.
Enforce company dress code, PPE usage, 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 all Policies & Procedures and Community regulations.