Valora St. Anthony - Culinary Director

Lifespark Careers•Minneapolis, MN

About The Position

Valora St. Anthony, a Lifespark Senior Living Community, is seeking a Culinary Director for its 73-unit assisted living and care suites. The Culinary Director is responsible for maintaining high standards for meal preparation, communication, record keeping, and nutritional dietary services. The role works with employees, residents, and families to support residents’ dietary needs and quality of life. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, with a weekend Manager on Duty rotation every 6–8 weeks. The listed annual salary is $58,240–$66,560.

Requirements

Must be adaptable and flexible to changes, and able to prioritize and organize work efficiently to complete the workload within the allotted time.
Must be able to relate professionally, positively, and cooperatively with residents, residents’ families, and employees.
Must have proficient knowledge of computer systems, including email use.

Nice To Haves

Current ServSafe Certification.
At least one year of experience in the dietary field.

Responsibilities

Manage food and culinary supply inventory and ordering, including reviewing and adhering to the departmental budget.
Hire, train, and supervise culinary employees.
Maintain positive relationships with residents, their families, staff, and the community.
Participate in facility leadership meetings, Interdisciplinary Team meetings, Quality Assurance/Improvement, Care Conferences, and other required facility meetings.
Interview residents and families to ensure nutritional needs are met.
Monitor residents’ nutrition through assessments, progress notes, and dietary care planning.
Process and review diet orders to ensure compliance with physician orders.