Culinary Director

Franklin Companies•Dallas, TX

4h•Onsite

About The Position

The Grove of Forest Lane is a beautiful Assisted Living and Memory Care community located off Forest Lane within five miles of the Galleria. We are looking for an experienced Culinary Director to join our amazing team of dedicated professionals. If you are looking to use your talents as a culinarian and food manager to make a difference in the social and nutritional lives of senior adults, please consider applying for this role. We offer a competitive compensation package, fifteen days of PTO the first year, a comprehensive benefits package and discount purchase program, plus the best customers in Dallas! GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Ensures the food service provided for the community meets and/or exceeds company standards while maintaining compliance with HACCP, OSHA, and local, state and federal regulations.

Requirements

Able to read, write, speak and understand the English language. Bi-lingual in Spanish a plus
Able to communicate effectively with all levels of management, employees, residents, family members, and outside contacts
Competent in Microsoft and Outlook; able to place orders online, produce staff schedules, correspond via email, and read and produce electronic documents such as budget reports
Familiar with HACCP and OSHA regulations and state local food handling and kitchen regulations
Able to make independent decisions
Able to seek out new methods and incorporate them into existing practices when applicable
Passion for working with and around older adults
Able to work a highly flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and occasional holidays, and to respond to after-hours phone calls and text messages
High school education. Culinary arts certification, or Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred
Requires valid state certification as Certified Food Manager
Minimum of five years of experience in commercial kitchen operations
Minimum one year of experience as a chef/cook
Minimum of two years’ experience as supervisor or manager
Experience working in a senior community (Independent Living, Assisted Living/Memory Care)
Current food service sanitation certificate
Experience with Microsoft Office and Outlook software
Stand and/or walk up to eight (8) hours a day
Sit up to two (2) hours a day
Frequently support up to 30 pounds
Frequently lift/carry up to 50 pounds
Frequently kneel, bend, lift and reach
Continual exposure to hazards such as hot cooking surfaces, chemicals, and food prep equipment
Exposure to infectious diseases, substances, odors, etc. throughout the workday

Nice To Haves

Bi-lingual in Spanish a plus
Culinary arts certification, or Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Plans weekly menus in accordance with the community policies and procedures, and incorporates a variety of nutritional foods and foods in season
Maintains an adequate inventory of foods and supplies from approved vendors, staying within budget
Continually looks for ways to improve and/or enhance the quality of foods and services provided
Prepares and cooks food in accordance with nutritional guidelines, regulations, and residents’ individual food preferences; accommodates modified diets to the extent allowed by the community’s license
Ensures that food is served in an appetizing and appealing manner
Assists nursing and caregiving staff in fostering residents’ independence with eating by taking the time to know the residents and providing/recommending adaptive equipment when needed
Ensures that food and beverage delivered to activity areas and resident apartments arrives on schedule at proper temperatures
Visits with the residents at each meal (and/or has other supervisory staff do so) to continually assess quality. Addresses concerns immediately or follows-up
Plans and provides refreshments/meals for special events; works collaboratively with other departments to ensure success
Provides a forum for resident input and suggestions
Maintains a clean, organized and safe kitchen environment
Ensures proper storage and handling of food in accordance with infection control standards
Recruits and hires dining services employees
Ensures that all community employees who handle and deliver food and beverage are trained in proper food handling; trains dining service staff in emergency procedures pertaining to kitchen, dining areas and any areas where food may be served
Schedules staff to meet the needs of the department, staying within budget
Ensures that all food staff abide by sanitation and safety regulations and perform their duties as required and expected
Conducts regular performance appraisals with employees
Follows procedure in responding to on-the-job injuries
Performs Manager on Duty responsibilities when assigned
Encourages teamwork and promotes company philosophy
Attends required community meetings and trainings
Becomes familiar with and understands emergency response procedures for entire community, up to and including evacuation
Responsible for maintaining a safe and secure dining environment for employee and community residents
Performs other duties as assigned