Director of Culinary Experience

Eskaton • Roseville, CA

12h • $70,000 - $80,000 • Onsite

About The Position

As a nonprofit leader in aging, Eskaton helps people live well, longer — with trusted guidance at every stage. We believe aging should be a vibrant, supported, and celebrated journey, not an experience to face alone. For over 55 years, Eskaton has been a cornerstone of Northern California, growing a network of 23 communities dedicated to older adults and the people who care for them. When you join us, you're not just starting a job. You're stepping into a career where your work creates a real impact on people's daily lives and strengthening the communities we call home.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent G.E.D.
• Food Service Management Degree or commensurate work experience.
• ServSafe certification required.
• A minimum of three years' work experience supervising food service operations.
• Ability to understand and work harmoniously with residents, staff and healthcare professionals.
• Ability to maintain high professional and ethical standards.
• Computer proficiency is strongly recommended.
• The final candidate must successfully pass Eskaton's post offer, pre-employment testing which includes a criminal background check, drug test, TB screen test and health screen.
• All new hires are required to sign an arbitration agreement as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with high volume scratch cooking preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides assessment of the culinary experience in order to outline the resident satisfaction, community needs, and establish priorities.
• Directly supervises the culinary department employees
• Must be competent in the preparation, cooking, presenting, and serving of high quality and therapeutic diet meals for residents.
• Ensures quality of food items ordered and served.
• Recruits, hires, orients, evaluates, and trains employees which includes: on-the-job training, on going in service education, adherence to policies and procedures, as well as applicable regulations.
• Carries out the approved menu cycle, making the proper adjustments and communication when necessary.
• Orders supplies, maintains an appropriate inventory, and ensures proper storage of foods and kitchen supplies.
• Maintains standards of safety, sanitation, and cleanliness in the food services department.
• Designs, develops, and implements food service policies and procedures. Provides preventive maintenance programs and budgetary guidelines for the department.
• Responsible for ensuring quality assurance. Routinely conducts audits to ensure accuracy, quality, and consistency.
• Works in accordance with safety guidelines established by Eskaton with emphasis on the use of proper body mechanics and safe work practices.
• Models and embodies Eskaton’s core values, including: Creating a sense of warmth, welcoming and belonging for all, Fostering excellence in everything we do, Seeking consistent improvement, learning and sustainable growth, Stepping up, taking ownership and leading with initiative.
• Fully complies with all provisions in Eskaton’s Corporate Compliance Policy and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
• Maintains attendance as outlined in Eskaton policy.
• Follows required dress code and Eskaton’s Community Appearance Standards. Maintains a professional image to the public and residents.
• Works in accordance with established safety guidelines; uses proper body mechanics; follows safe work practices; wears appropriate safety gear.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• 401K matching program
• Comprehensive benefits that support your physical and mental health.
• We celebrate diversity and equity across the entire aging spectrum, ensuring every team member feels seen and valued.

What This Job Offers

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