Culinary Director - AL

Fairview Health Services; Red Wing (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Deer Crest Senior Living in Red Wing, MN seeks a Culinary Director to oversee all dining services operations, ensuring meals meet regulatory standards and resident expectations. The role includes managing staff, inventories, and menu development, with no late-night shifts and a full-time schedule.

The position requires 1–3 years of dining services management experience, CFPM certification within 90 days, and proficiency with basic Microsoft Office applications.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of relevant experience in food service management.
• Working knowledge of basic Microsoft applications.
• Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) within 90 days of hire (Minnesota).

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage all dining services operations.
• Follow corporate menus and manage inventory/budget.
• Develop menus and ensure sanitation and safety standards are met.
• Supervise dining staff and provide training and performance feedback.
• Maintain a clean, well-organized kitchen and dining areas.

Skills

Performance management

Microsoft applications

Education

CFPM certification (Minnesota)

Job description

Job Overview

Deer Crest Senior Living is located in beautiful Red Wing, MN, offering Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care to our residents. We are proud to have an exceptional team of caregivers who share our mission to heal, discover, and educate – helping our residents live longer, healthier, and more meaningful lives.

At Deer Crest, you’ll be part of a supportive, close – knit team where every role makes a difference. We offer competitive pay, opportunities for career growth, and a workplace culture built on respect, teamwork, and compassion. Whether you’re starting your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll find a welcoming environment where your skills and heart for service can shine.

We’re hiring a Culinary Director! This food services position is responsible for overseeing all dining services operations and ensuring that meals are prepared and presented in accordance with applicable regulations and customer expectations. Staff include Cook/Chefs, Culinary Assistant, Regional Culinary Director and interdiscplinary teams.

Full time schedule with generous Benefits with a reliable schedule. No late nights!

Responsibilities

• Plans and manages all aspects of dining services operations:
• Follow Corporate menus
• Manages inventory and food/supplies budget
• Assists with planning and developing menus for upcoming week
• Prepares and/or oversees food preparation ensuring that proper sanitation and food handling techniques are used
• Makes substitutions and revisions as necessary to accommodate special dietary needs of residents
• Maintains storage area and inventories
• Ensures that kitchen and storage areas are clean and orderly
• Place order through online ordering platform and process PO & subsequent invoicing requirements.
• Food Preparation.
• Properly cook foods to specified temperatures.
• Products meet temperature and quality standards.
• Follow standardized recipes and products to ensure products are consistent in quality and nutritional value.
• Weigh and measure ingredients per standardized recipes
• Use correct portioning utensils.
• Assemble food within specified time frames.
• Production is and meal service is provided in a timely manner.
• Prepare bakery items per standardized recipes.
• Accurately complete tasks listed on daily preparation sheets.
• Assist with the special events.
• Proper knowledge and prep of texturized diets utilizing International Dysphagia Diet Standardization (IDDSI).
• All texturized diets are prepared within the IDDSI framework and standards.
• Sanitize equipment and work area after each use.
• Maintain a “clean as you go” attitude demonstrated by a clean work area.
• Clean and sanitize equipment after each use or per the routine cleaning schedule.
• Use appropriate equipment and chemicals according to manufacturer’s recommendations.
• Maintain separate clean and dirty areas in work area.
• Scrub pots/pans in the 3-compartment sink area.
• Hires and supervises dining staff:
• Ensures that new employees are properly trained and oriented to their job responsibilities
• Provides on-going performance feedback and addresses performance issues in a timely and appropriate manner
• Conducts 90-day and annual performance reviews in a timely manner
• Promotes working relations and teamwork among employees
• Promotes positive resident relations and satisfaction:
• Ensures that dining area is clean and inviting
• Welcomes residents, initiates conversation and encourages socialization
• Solicits resident feedback and suggestions.
• Listens to complaints and responds professionally and appropriately. Refers issues to Executive Director as appropriate.
• Accommodates resident requests such as requests for substitute foods, change in seating, etc.
• Works with residents and families in planning private gatherings

Required Qualifications

• One to Three Years
• Performance Management Skills
• Working knowledge of basic Microsoft applications
• Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) (must be issued by State of Minnesota for locations in the state of MN) within 90 Days

Preferred Qualifications

• Vocational/Technical Training or Associate Degree - Food Service
• Certified Dietary Manager

Benefit Overview

Ebenezer offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information: http://www.ebenezercares.org/employee-benefits

Compensation Disclaimer

An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement

EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status