Director Culinary Experience

Cogir of Bellevue • Bellevue, WA

11h

About The Position

The Director of Culinary Experience (Executive Chef) oversees a community’s dining services operations and residents’ dining experience. Responsibilities include food procurement, preparation, and service; menu development; financial management of food, supplies, and labor budgets; hiring, training, and managing dining services team members; inventory control; and regulatory compliance. The role also supports resident and family satisfaction and plans special events and themed meals.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Culinary education or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
• ServeSafe Manager (Food Handler) certification and understanding of kitchen sanitation and food codes.
• At least 5 years of hands-on food preparation experience.
• At least 3 years of progressive management experience as an Executive Chef, including understanding of front-of-house operations and service.
• Successful history of building teams and meeting financial goals.
• Creativity and experience in menu development.
• Outstanding communication skills and ability to motivate.
• Compassion for residents and a strong passion for excellence.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with restaurant openings.
• Experience with special events and banquets.
• Previous experience in Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, senior living, or hotels.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations and staffing of the community kitchen and dining venues.
• Manage and supervise back-of-house and front-of-house culinary services staff, including scheduling, assigning and directing work, performance reviews, hiring, and corrective action in accordance with company policy.
• Plan menus and execute meal preparation and events, assisting with back- and front-of-house operations as needed.
• Maintain inventory control of food, beverages, supplies, and equipment.
• Ensure food is prepared, stored, and served according to company standards and applicable state and local health codes.
• Manage monthly and annual culinary services budgets and document monthly food, supply, and labor spending.
• Collaborate with staff and residents to develop recipes and menus suited to resident preferences and monthly budgets.
• Maintain resident and family member satisfaction.
• Plan, prepare, and execute special events and themed meals.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee referral program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: High school or GED