Bilingual Chef - Astoria

Epic Healthcare; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Beautiful work environment

Competitive wages and benefit package

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Overtime pay

Monthly phone stipend

Job summary

Astoria Park Senior Living in Pasadena, CA, seeks a dedicated Dietary Director to lead our dietary team and ensure nutritious, appealing meals for residents. You will collaborate with the culinary team, oversee meal prep, and uphold high food safety and quality standards.

This role requires strong leadership, knowledge of senior nutrition, and solid budgeting and regulatory compliance. Flexible scheduling and competitive wages are offered as part of a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in dietary management, preferably in a healthcare or senior living environment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Knowledge of nutrition and dietary requirements for seniors.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the culinary team to plan nutritious and appealing menus that meet dietary requirements and preferences.
• Oversee the preparation and presentation of meals, ensuring high-quality standards are maintained.
• Lead and inspire the dietary staff, providing training and guidance to ensure the highest level of service.
• Monitor and track the nutritional needs and preferences of residents, making adjustments to menus as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all dietary regulations and guidelines, including food safety and sanitation.
• Assist in the development and management of the dietary budget.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Nutrition knowledge

Organization

Attention to detail

Communication

Job description

Now Hiring: Dietary Director

Astoria Park Senior Living is a pillar in assisted living in Pasadena, CA. We approach every day with one goal: To improve the lives we touch through high-quality healthcare and extraordinary compassion.

Astoria Park Senior Living

925 E Villa St,

Pasadena, CA 91106

716.325.1056

Why work for us?

• Caring and compassionate environment
• Opportunity for growth, success and longevity
• Come join employees who have become family!
• Supportive Management team

Benefits:

• Beautiful work environment
• Competitive Wages and Benefit Package
• Flexible Schedule
• Paid Time Off
• Overtime Pay
• Monthly Phone Stipend

Responsibilities of a Dietary Director:

• Collaborate with the culinary team to plan nutritious and appealing menus that meet dietary requirements and preferences.
• Oversee the preparation and presentation of meals, ensuring high-quality standards are maintained.
• Lead and inspire the dietary staff, providing training and guidance to ensure the highest level of service.
• Monitor and track the nutritional needs and preferences of residents, making adjustments to menus as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all dietary regulations and guidelines, including food safety and sanitation.
• Assist in the development and management of the dietary budget.

Qualifications of a Dietary Director:

• Previous experience in dietary management, preferably in a healthcare or senior living environment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Knowledge of nutrition and dietary requirements for seniors.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation.
• Strong communication skills.

Astoria Park Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable laws. Astoria Park Senior Living will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with state, federal, or local law.