Director of Food and Beverage

Autumn Leaves • Richmond, TX

4d • $85,000 - $90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Delaney at Parkway Lakes is recruiting for a hospitality-focused Director of Culinary Services to join their team. The Director of Culinary provides full-scope, hands-on management of the Community’s Culinary Services Department. This role is responsible for maintaining a superior level of quality service and cleanliness. This person is a key member of the Community’s management team, adhering to policies and procedures and upholding the Community’s mission, philosophy, values, and the Company’s vision, principles, and Hospitality Promises.

Requirements

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree (in culinary arts program preferred)
• Successful completion of recognized food safety course
• Minimum of five years’ experience as executive chef, chef in a hotel, restaurant, club, or other similar employment
• Minimum of three years’ experience in administration and management of food service systems

Nice To Haves

• Senior living community experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive, professional, and upscale culinary services program to create and maintain a positive experience for all customers.
• Supervise the Culinary Services Department, carrying out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing and hiring; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees.
• Research, plan, develop, produce, and serve menu cycle programs that are compliant with required nutritional/dietary criteria as required by local regulations and correctly prepares diets provided per policies and procedures.
• Meet or exceed established budgetary and financial guidelines.
• Responsible for hands-on, direct cooking, serving, and dishwashing as necessary.
• Ensure professional, trained, properly uniformed, and talented staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree