Culinary Director: Lead Innovative Dining & Team

Penta Senior Living; Minnesota; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus potential

Flexible scheduling

Health, dental & vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Training & career growth

Job summary

Whispering Oak Place is seeking a Culinary Director / Culinary Manager to lead our dining team and create meaningful mealtime experiences for residents. This role emphasizes cooking in the kitchen, menu development, and high standards of safety and service.

You will supervise cooks and aides, plan seasonal menus, manage budgets, collaborate with the Registered Dietitian, and support care plans. Flexible schedule with evenings, weekends, and on-call as needed, in a collaborative, values-driven

Qualifications

• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) or eligible to sit for the exam.
• Completion of an accredited nutrition services or food service management program (or equivalent experience)
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets, quantity food prep, budgeting, and food safety standards

Responsibilities

• Oversee all operations of the culinary department, including menu planning, food preparation, staffing, and budgeting.
• Create seasonal and therapeutic menus that are delicious, nutritious, and tailored to residents' tastes and dietary needs.
• Maintain the highest standards of food quality, safety, cleanliness, and resident satisfaction.
• Work closely with the Registered Dietitian to ensure all regulatory and nutritional requirements are met.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Budgeting

Menu planning

Staff supervision

Therapeutic diets knowledge

Education

CDM certification (or eligible)

Nutrition services program completion

Tools

Kitchen technology

Software systems

Reporting tools

Job description

Whispering Oak Place is seeking a Culinary Director / Culinary Manager to lead our dining team and create meaningful mealtime experiences for residents. This role emphasizes cooking in the kitchen, menu development, and high standards of safety and service.

You will supervise cooks and aides, plan seasonal menus, manage budgets, collaborate with the Registered Dietitian, and support care plans. Flexible schedule with evenings, weekends, and on-call as needed, in a collaborative, values-driven