Culinary Experience Director

Givens Communities Careers • Asheville, NC

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Givens Estates is looking for a Culinary Experience Director to support our growing and innovating Culinary Experience team. The Director of Culinary Experience is a member of the campus leadership team and leads all dining, culinary, and catering operations across Givens Estates, spanning multiple dining venues and care levels. This role requires a leader who can balance forward-thinking culinary innovation with disciplined labor and cost management, meeting the high expectations of a discerning resident community that values exceptional quality, consistency, and service.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience in hospitality, dining services, or culinary operations, including experience managing multiple venues and large teams, preferably in a resorts or senior living
• Event planning and catering coordination experience
• Working knowledge of NC ABC regulations and responsible alcohol service requirements

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management, Culinary Arts, Business, or related field preferred
• Familiarity with culinary trends related to ageing services industry preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee staff scheduling and staffing plans across all dining venues, Skilled Nursing, and Assisted Living dining services to ensure operational continuity; delegate a responsible staff member to act on their behalf when absent
• Develop and manage the department's annual operating and capital budget across all dining venues, culinary operations, purchasing, and catering
• Integrate brain health and longevity-focused nutrition principles into menu planning and culinary programming, in partnership with clinical and dietary staff
• Set and uphold a best-in-class hospitality standard across all dining venues ensuring every resident interaction reflects the highest level of warmth, attentiveness, and professionalism
• Partner with the Health Services Director in a matrix leadership structure, jointly owning compliance outcomes for dining services delivered within licensed care settings
• Champion food as a form of social currency, designing dining experiences that foster connection, joy, and community among residents, rather than focusing solely on food quality and service execution
• Perform any other duties and/or tasks that may be assigned on an as-needed basis by an authorized supervisor

Benefits

• Three major medical health insurance plans to choose from with dental and vision coverage at no additional cost
• Free short-term disability, life insurance, & access to our employee assistance program
• Paid time off (PTO), shift differential pay, & referral bonus program
• 403(b) retirement plan with up to a 6% matching
• Educational assistance & professional development opportunities
• Flexible spending account (FSA) & access to AFLAC & Prudential Life insurance products

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager