Culinary Director: Elevate Senior Living Dining Experience

Rose Senior Living; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan with employer match

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Daily Pay

Extraordinary Rewards Program

Free meal during your shift

On-site gym access

Free covered parking

Job summary

Havenwood of Minnetonka is seeking a Director of Culinary Services to lead an upscale culinary program for residents. You will supervise the Culinary Services Department, hire and train staff, design menus that meet dietary standards, and ensure budget targets are met while maintaining exceptional service.

You will be hands-on when needed, including cooking and food preparation, with a focus on safety, quality, and resident satisfaction within a hospitality-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate degree in culinary arts or related field.
• Minimum five years as executive chef or similar role in hospitality.
• Minimum three years in administration and management of food service systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive, upscale culinary program for a positive resident experience.
• Supervise the Culinary Services Department, including interviewing, hiring, and performance reviews.
• Plan, develop, produce, and serve menus meeting nutritional and dietary requirements.
• Meet or exceed budgetary guidelines and financial targets.
• Hands-on cooking, serving, and dishwashing as needed to maintain service levels.
• Foster a professional, properly uniformed staff and positive work culture.

Skills

Hospitality

Leadership

Budgeting

Menu planning

Staff supervision

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s in Culinary Arts

Job description

Havenwood of Minnetonka is seeking a Director of Culinary Services to lead an upscale culinary program for residents. You will supervise the Culinary Services Department, hire and train staff, design menus that meet dietary standards, and ensure budget targets are met while maintaining exceptional service.

You will be hands-on when needed, including cooking and food preparation, with a focus on safety, quality, and resident satisfaction within a hospitality-driven environment.