Culinary Director: Hospitality-Driven Senior Living

Better Living SL; Dixon (IL); Vor Ort; USD 25.000 - 36.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401K matching

Professional development opportunities

Employee assistance programs

Zusammenfassung

Better Living is seeking a Culinary Director to lead all dining operations with a focus on hospitality, resident independence, and occupancy growth. You will drive menu development, safety compliance, budgeting, and team leadership to deliver an exceptional dining experience that reflects our brand promise.

The role emphasizes meaningful resident engagement, cross‑department collaboration, and participation in marketing events.

Qualifikationen

• 3+ years culinary leadership experience in senior living, hospitality, healthcare, or restaurant.
• Experience managing kitchen staff and food budgets.
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets preferred.
• ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain).
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings/weekends for events.

Aufgaben

• Create a restaurant-style dining experience aligned with Better Living standards and resident needs.
• Lead menu development, food safety, budgeting, staffing, and resident engagement in dining.
• Ensure compliance with state regulations and health requirements; maintain ServSafe standards.
• Oversee food costs, inventory, and labor budgets; monitor waste and cost control.
• Recruit, hire, onboard, and train culinary staff; coach and develop teams.
• Support tours and marketing events; provide sample menus and culinary storytelling.

Kenntnisse

Culinary leadership

People leadership

Budget management

Communication skills

Ausbildung

ServSafe Certification

Jobbeschreibung

Better Living is seeking a Culinary Director to lead all dining operations with a focus on hospitality, resident independence, and occupancy growth. You will drive menu development, safety compliance, budgeting, and team leadership to deliver an exceptional dining experience that reflects our brand promise.

The role emphasizes meaningful resident engagement, cross‑department collaboration, and participation in marketing events.