Culinary Director - Astoria

Epic Healthcare; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; 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 is seeking a Dietary Director to lead the dietary services, plan nutritious and appealing menus, and ensure high-quality meal presentation for residents.

The role focuses on supervising dietary staff, maintaining compliance with safety standards, and coordinating with the culinary team to meet residents’ dietary needs. This full-time position emphasizes compassionate care and excellence in food service.

Qualifications

• Experience in dietary management within healthcare or senior living preferred.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Knowledge of nutrition and dietary requirements for seniors.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high food quality and presentation.
• Strong communication skills with residents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with culinary team to plan nutritious menus meeting dietary needs and preferences.
• Oversee meal preparation and presentation to ensure high-quality standards.
• Lead and train dietary staff, providing guidance for service excellence.
• Monitor residents' nutritional needs and adjust menus as needed.
• Ensure compliance with dietary regulations, food safety and sanitation.
• Assist in development and management of the dietary budget.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Nutrition knowledge

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

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.