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Culinary Services Director Job Details

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Company:  Westmont Living
Job Code:  8b727f5d
Categories:  Independent Living (IL) / Retirement Community Living
Assisted Living (ALF)
For-Profit Senior Services
Job Role:  Dietician / Nutritionist
Food Services
Job Type:  Full Time
Travel Required:  0% of the time
Preferred Degree:  Associate
Experience Required:  3 years
Salary:  DOE
Country:  United States
Region/Province:  California (CA)
City:  Morgan Hill
Postal/Zip Code:  95037
Job Description: 

CULINARY SERVICES DIRECTOR

BASIC FUNCTION/DUTIES:

This position is responsible for:

  • Supervision, training and scheduling of all culinary services staff and maintain an efficient and organized dietary staff.
  • Manage and maintain systems to ensure nutritious, appetizing, attractive meals are provided.
  • Purchase goods and supplies using the provided ordering system.
  • Manage and control culinary budget as set for the fiscal year.
  • Monitor and maintain proper food handling, storage, and usage of food.
  • Ensure special dietary needs are met and resident preferences are considered.
  • Monitor and maintain food quality and portion control.
  • Implement and monitor systems for kitchen and dining room sanitation, temperature control, and equipment maintenance.
  • Maintain a pleasant and relaxed atmosphere in the dining room and interact daily with residents to assure satisfaction with meals.
  • Conduct monthly food committee meetings, follow up on comments and concerns, and retain record of meetings and resolutions.
  • Maintain open communication with residents, staff, and families.
  • Participate in overall Department Manager team duties, including participating in department-specific New Employee Orientation and provides staff training for Culinary Department.
  • Maintain state required food handler's permit.
  • Set up initial kitchen to ensure smooth Grand Opening
  • Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Minimum of two years experience in volume food preparation and presentation
  • Two years supervisory experience.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Good organizational skills. 
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Must have criminal record clearance prior to initial presence in the Community

Please include salary history and salary expectations

Post Date:  05/05/2012
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