Culinary Coordinator

Sunshine Gardens Senior Community•Durango, CO

13d

About The Position

The Culinary Coordinator leads the Culinary Department and its kitchen team in delivering quality dining experiences for residents. The role oversees menu planning, food preparation and service, staff supervision and training, inventory and purchasing, sanitation, safety, and administrative operations. The coordinator may cook up to four days per week and helps maintain the full-service “Anytime” menu. The position also supports emergency response, the community safety team, and committees, while ensuring resident satisfaction and compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Approved Food Service Certificate, per 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 staff 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 food, and maintain 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; perform 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 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.