Director Culinary Experience

Cadence Chandler by Cogir • Chandler, AZ

13h • $85,000 - $90,000

About The Position

The Director of Culinary Experience (Executive Chef) oversees community dining services operations and residents’ dining experience. The role includes 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 Director is responsible for daily kitchen and dining venue operations, team supervision, resident and family satisfaction, and special events and themed meals.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 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 Certificate) 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 residents and a strong passion for excellence.

Nice To Haves

• Culinary education, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
• 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 all back-of-house and front-of-house culinary services staff, including scheduling, assigning work, providing direction, conducting performance reviews, hiring, and taking corrective action consistent with company policy.
• Plan menus and execute meal preparation and events, assisting staff with back-of-house 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.
• Understand and maintain monthly and annual culinary services budgets, 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.
• Maintain resident and family member satisfaction.
• Plan, prepare, and execute special events and themed meals.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and 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