Chef Manager (SCL)

Civitas Senior Living; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Referral Incentives

Consistent Schedule with Flexible Time

Job summary

Civitas Senior Living is seeking a Chef Manager / Director of Food and Beverage to lead culinary teams and ensure exceptional dining for residents. The role emphasizes leadership, menu planning, and adherence to safety standards in a supportive senior living environment.

The position requires 2+ years in culinary leadership, familiarity with DHSR dietary regulations, and a passion for elevating dining experiences for the elderly.

Qualifications

• Leading culinary teams and ensuring high-quality dining experiences.
• Maintaining hygiene, safety, and regulatory compliance across F&B operations.
• Managing budgets, inventory, and food costs to optimize profitability.
• Hiring, onboarding, and developing staff through training and mentorship.
• Scheduling staff effectively to ensure optimal coverage and productivity.
• Enforcing policies and conducting performance-related actions as needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee culinary leadership and team supervision.
• Plan menus for residents and events, aligning with nutritional guidelines.
• Maintain equipment, sanitation, and regulatory compliance.
• Control food costs, inventory, and budgeting while improving quality.
• Recruit, train, and mentor staff; monitor performance and attendance.
• Collaborate with leadership on operations and resident engagement.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Quality assurance

Cost management

Talent development

Staff scheduling

Regulatory compliance

Menu planning & innovation

Communication & discipline

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Job description

Community: Stone Creek of Littleton
Address: 7800 S Windermere St, Littleton, CO 80120

Fuel Your Passion for Culinary Excellence!

At Civitas Senior Living, we celebrate the art of food and the joy of serving others. We empower culinary leaders to make a difference, enhance lives, and create memorable dining experiences. If you thrive on innovation, leadership, and the pursuit of culinary excellence, we invite you to join our team as a Chef Manager or Director of Food and Beverage.

Chef Manager / Director of Food and Beverage Job Profile:

• Culinary Leadership: Supervise, mentor, and guide all food and beverage employees, fostering a team environment.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure equipment maintenance, cleanliness, safety, and strict adherence to hygiene standards, food handling protocols, and all relevant regulations.
• Cost Management: Strategically manage food costs, budgetary constraints, and maintain meticulous inventory control.
• Talent Development: Conduct interviews, recommend hires, orient new staff, and provide continuous training and development.
• Scheduling Expertise: Utilize discretion in scheduling, rescheduling staff, and tracking attendance, ensuring optimal staffing levels.
• Compliance and Communication: Enforce policies, procedures, and effectively carry out disciplinary action where needed.
• Menu Planning & Innovation: Collaboratively design community and individual resident menus, including meals for special events, considering nutritional guidelines and residents' preferences.
• Other duties as assigned, including culinary innovation and community engagement.

Chef Manager / Director of Food and Beverage Job Requirements:

• Culinary Expertise: 2+ years of relevant work experience, culinary arts background preferred.
• Leadership Skills: At least one-year supervisory experience, 2+ preferred in a food service management role.
• Regulatory Compliance: Knowledge of DHSR Dietary regulations and state-required Food Service Orientation Manual completion.
• Compassionate Care: Must have empathy and a genuine desire to work with and elevate the culinary experience for the elderly.

Benefits of Cooking Up a Career at Civitas Senior Living community:

• Professional Growth: Career Advancement & Development Opportunities, including culinary creativity.
• Team Perks: Employee Referral Incentives and Consistent Schedule with Flexible Time-Off Options.

Did you know?

Civitas Senior Living is a Certified™ Great Place to Work! Join our culinary family, where 90% of our employees find purpose and passion in their work.

Our Culinary Mission Statement:

Passionate Culinary Service. Passionate Cleanliness. Passionate Care.

As a condition of employment at a Civitas Senior Living community, all new hires will be asked to complete a screening process as required by state regulations. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of this process. Residency within the State that this Community/Location operates in is a condition of employment.