Culinary Director

Ebenezer•Edina, MN

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Vernon Terrace of Edina is located conveniently near public transportation stops and close to St. Louis Park, Hopkins, and Southwest Minneapolis. Vernon Terrace offers elegant amenities and a comfortable, welcoming environment. Our vibrant senior living community provides a full spectrum of services, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. Our dedicated care team embodies Ebenezer’s mission to heal, discover, and educate, ensuring our residents enjoy longer, healthier, and more meaningful lives. The Culinary Director is responsible for overseeing all dining services operations and ensuring that meals are prepared and presented in accordance with applicable regulations and customer expectations.

Requirements

One to Three Years
Performance Management Skills
Working knowledge of basic Microsoft applications
Food Protection Manager Certification issued by an ANAB-CFP accredited food sanitation program
Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) (must be issued by State of Minnesota for locations in the state of MN)

Nice To Haves

Associate of Applied Science Vocational/Technical Training or Associate Degree - Food Service
Certified Dietary Manager

Responsibilities

Plans and manages all aspects of dining services operations
Follow Corporate menus
Manages inventory and food/supplies budget
Assists with planning and developing menus for upcoming week
Prepares and/or oversees food preparation ensuring that proper sanitation and food handling techniques are used
Makes substitutions and revisions as necessary to accommodate special dietary needs of residents
Maintains storage area and inventories
Ensures that kitchen and storage areas are clean and orderly
Place order through online ordering platform and process PO & subsequent invoicing requirements.
Properly cook foods to specified temperatures.
Products meet temperature and quality standards.
Follow standardized recipes and products to ensure products are consistent in quality and nutritional value.
Weigh and measure ingredients per standardized recipes
Use correct portioning utensils.
Assemble food within specified time frames.
Production is and meal service is provided in a timely manner.
Prepare bakery items per standardized recipes.
Accurately complete tasks listed on daily preparation sheets.
Assist with the special events.
Proper knowledge and prep of texturized diets utilizing International Dysphagia Diet Standardization (IDDSI).
All texturized diets are prepared within the IDDSI framework and standards.
Sanitize equipment and work area after each use.
Maintain a “clean as you go” attitude demonstrated by a clean work area.
Clean and sanitize equipment after each use or per the routine cleaning schedule.
Use appropriate equipment and chemicals according to manufacturer’s recommendations.
Scrub pots/pans in the 3-compartment sink area.
Hires and supervises dining staff:
Ensures that new employees are properly trained and oriented to their job responsibilities
Provides on-going performance feedback and addresses performance issues in a timely and appropriate manner
Conducts 90-day and annual performance reviews in a timely manner
Promotes working relations and teamwork among employees
Promotes positive resident relations and satisfaction:
Ensures that dining area is clean and inviting
Welcomes residents, initiates conversation and encourages socialization
Solicits resident feedback and suggestions.
Listens to complaints and responds professionally and appropriately. Refers issues to Executive Director as appropriate.
Accommodates resident requests such as requests for substitute foods, change in seating, etc.
Works with residents and families in planning private gatherings