Director Culinary Services / Executive Chef

Atria Senior Living • Glendale, CA

6d • $70,990 - $81,639

About The Position

The Director Culinary Services / Executive Chef oversees the day-to-day operations and staffing of the community’s kitchen and dining venues. This role leads Culinary Services staff and works with residents, families, community staff, and vendors to maintain high standards for food quality, customer satisfaction, cleanliness, and service. The position manages department budgets, staffing, menus, purchasing, inventory, equipment, and culinary operations, and supports events and community marketing activities.

The role ensures that food is prepared, stored, and served in accordance with company standards and applicable state and local health codes. It also supports a restaurant-style dining experience and requires the ability to assist at all kitchen and dining-room stations as needed. The stated salary range is $70,990.40 to $81,638.96 per year, depending on prior work history and experience.

Requirements

• Five or more years of culinary experience in the hospitality industry.
• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Strong organization and time-management skills.
• Ability to resolve problems involving dissatisfied customers and/or employees.
• Food handler permit as required by state law and/or company standards.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must meet and comply with company motor vehicle policy standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations and staffing for the community’s kitchen and dining venues.
• Manage and supervise Culinary Services staff, including scheduling, assignments, direction, performance reviews, input on pay adjustments, hiring, and corrective action in accordance with company policy.
• Meet regularly with residents and family members to maintain high satisfaction levels.
• Work with the restaurant manager or coordinator to support high customer service and a restaurant-style dining atmosphere.
• Ensure front-of-house and back-of-house staff work together to deliver food that exceeds resident and guest expectations.
• Assist kitchen and restaurant staff with operations as needed, including working all kitchen and dining-room stations.
• Work with the Executive Director and front-line staff to maintain department Customer Satisfaction and Quality Enhancement scores at or above designated levels.
• Delegate tasks to maintain kitchen and restaurant cleanliness and quality.
• Ensure food is prepared, stored, and served according to company standards and state and local health code requirements.
• Maintain Employee Satisfaction scores at or above designated levels.
• Interview and hire Culinary Services department staff.
• Conduct and participate in monthly department meetings and in-services.
• Understand and maintain monthly and annual department budgets, including written documentation of monthly food, supply, and labor spending.
• Plan and develop recipes and menus with staff and residents, based on resident preferences and monthly budgets.
• Ensure staff properly use and maintain equipment to prevent damage and costly repairs.
• Maintain appropriate inventory of kitchen supplies, small wares, and tableware.
• Maintain purchasing standards, use appropriate vendors, and build positive vendor relationships.
• Plan, prepare, and execute Engage Life events, special events, banquets, and theme meals.
• Work with the Community Sales Director and community staff to market the community through “Taste of Atria – Road Shows” and “Signature Items.”
• Ensure kitchen and restaurant staff understand company expectations and first-impression requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Benefits

• Paid holidays and PTO.
• Annual anniversary rewards may be available to community employees, depending on classification.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k) with employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement for U.S.-based communities.
• Advancement opportunities.
• Supportive work environment promoting work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

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