Director Culinary Experience
About The Position
Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, oversees a network of senior living communities across 11 states. They are dedicated to growth, exceptional resident care, and a supportive team environment. Cogir's culture is built on human focus, creativity, and excellence. The Director of Culinary Experience (Executive Chef) will oversee the community's dining services operations and resident dining experience. This includes food procurement, preparation, service, menu development, financial management of food, supplies, and labor budgets, hiring, training, and managing dining services team members, inventory control, and regulatory compliance. This role is for someone seeking a rewarding career making a difference daily, driven by excellence and a passion for serving others.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Serve Safe Manager (Food Handler Certificate) with an understanding of kitchen sanitation and food codes.
- At least 5 years of hands-on experience in food preparation.
- At least 3 years of progressive management experience as an Executive Chef with an understanding of front-of-the-house operations and service.
- Serve Safe Manager (Food Handler Certification) with an understanding of kitchen sanitation and food codes.
- Successful history of building teams and meeting financial goals.
- Creativity and experience in menu development.
- Outstanding communication skills and the ability to motivate.
- Compassion for our residents and a strong passion for excellence.
Nice To Haves
- Culinary education is preferred, or an equivalent combination of experience and education is required.
- Experience with restaurant openings is a plus.
- Experience with special events and banquets is a plus.
- Previous experience working in Independent Living (IL), Assisted Living (AL), Memory Care (MC), Senior Living, or hotel experience is a plus!
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the day-to-day operations and staffing of the community kitchen and dining venues.
- Manages and supervises all culinary services staff (BOH and FOH), including scheduling, assignment, direction, performance review, hiring, and corrective action consistent with company policy.
- Menu planning and executing meal preparation and events, assisting staff with back and front-of-the-house operations as needed.
- Maintain inventory control of food, beverages, supplies, and equipment.
- Ensure that all food is prepared, stored, and served according to company standards and with state and/or local health code requirements.
- Understand and maintain monthly and annual budgets for the culinary services department, including producing written documentation of monthly food, supplies, and labor spending.
- Collaborate with staff and residents to plan and develop recipes and menus tailored to residents' preferences and monthly budgets.
- Ensure resident and family member satisfaction is maintained.
- Responsible for planning, preparing, and executing special events and themed meals.
Benefits
- Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
- 401K with company match.
- Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Generous Employee Referral Program and more.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
