Culinary Director

Sagora Senior Living•Oxford, MS

About The Position

The Culinary Director oversees culinary services at a Sagora Senior Living community. The role focuses on menu planning, food production, meal presentation, service, budgeting, kitchen safety, and providing high-quality food and hospitality that meets or exceeds residents’ expectations. The director hires, trains, and supervises culinary associates, supports their development, and contributes to the community’s leadership team and reputation. The position is full-time at Elison Assisted Living of Oxford.

Requirements

Two years of experience as an Executive Chef in a commercial kitchen.
Current Food Safety Manager’s permit or equivalent as regulated by state and local authorities.
Ability to use math to compute recipes and costing.
Skills in preparing specialized dishes for specific diets.
Ability to stay organized and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Availability to work some evenings and weekends as needed for events and holiday staffing.
Must possess or be willing to acquire a valid driver’s license for driving on company time as needed.
Excellent written, oral communication, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, vendors, associates, and corporate staff.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in Hospitality Management or a related area (preferred but not required).

Responsibilities

Supervise the culinary department, including menu planning, supplies, food production, meal presentation, table service, budgeting, and kitchen safety.
Hire, train, and supervise culinary associates while promoting retention and development.
Oversee food production, including menu planning, purchasing, cost control, and inventory.
Ensure food safety by complying with applicable company and government sanitation and food-handling procedures and regulations.
Cook à la carte items and prepare food according to recipes, including specialized dishes for specific diets.
Monitor and adhere to the food and beverage budget.
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of equipment, food storage, and work areas; deep-clean the kitchen monthly.
Plate and present food attractively, ensuring quality in taste and appearance and appropriate service style while following budget and safety guidelines.
Create and maintain high levels of service and hospitality in a team-oriented setting.
Ensure required records, reports, and paperwork for culinary operations are prepared and maintained.
Support the community’s positive reputation and perception of the Culinary department, including its management and associates.
Participate as an active member of the community leadership team and other task groups, providing collegial support and guidance to other department leaders.

Benefits

Company-paid telemedicine service for full-time benefit-eligible team members.
On-Demand Pay, with the option to request a pay advance.
Discount and rewards program for electronics, food, car buying, travel, fitness, and more.
Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
Flexible Spending Account.
Dependent Care Flex Plan.
Health Savings Account.
401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching.
Paid time off and holiday pay.
Team Member Assistance Program with counseling services.
Discounted meal tickets.
Referral bonus program.
Tuition assistance for programs directly related to the team member’s position.
Lasting relationships with residents.