Culinary Director — Senior Living & Dining Excellence

WC Operating (Ontario-1); Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Onboarding & training

Mentorship

Dedicated support

Health benefits

Three weeks vacation

Awards program

Career progression

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a Culinary Manager to lead our culinary and dining operations for senior residents in Ottawa. You will recruit, train, and supervise a team of culinary and service professionals, ensuring an outstanding dining experience aligned with our service standards.

You will collaborate with the Executive Director and Regional Managers to optimize menus, control costs, and elevate meal presentation while maintaining safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a culinary and dining team in a senior living setting.
• Strong menu planning and culinary execution.
• Ability to manage food costs and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, and oversee a team of culinary and service professionals.
• Collaborate with executives to deliver an exceptional dining experience.
• Maintain cost efficiency while ensuring premium ingredients and presentation.
• Lead with a values-driven management style to achieve Best In Class dining.

Skills

Team leadership

Culinary expertise

Menu planning

Budget management

Job description

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a Culinary Manager to lead our culinary and dining operations for senior residents in Ottawa. You will recruit, train, and supervise a team of culinary and service professionals, ensuring an outstanding dining experience aligned with our service standards.

You will collaborate with the Executive Director and Regional Managers to optimize menus, control costs, and elevate meal presentation while maintaining safety and quality.