Culinary Director: Lead Kitchen, Menus & Resident Experience

Arrowhead Assisted Living; Osage Beach (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Arrowhead Assisted Living seeks an Executive Chef to oversee all kitchen operations across dining rooms, pubs, and events at the facility. You will actively participate in daily food production, supervise staff, and contribute to training and performance appraisals.

Responsibilities include menu creation, event catering, inventory management, and strict compliance with health and safety standards. Strong leadership and culinary excellence are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from a four-year college or university; or 5 or 6 years related experience and training; or equivalent combination.
• Post-secondary training with Certificate of Completion from accredited culinary program preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations for main dining room, pub, coffee shop, and events.
• Lead kitchen staff, provide training, and participate in staff development and appraisals.
• Ensure health, safety, and sanitation standards are met across facilities.
• Plan menus, coordinate special events, and manage food orders and inventory.
• Recruit, train, and supervise department staff; schedule work flows.
• Comply with state and federal regulations including infection control and hazardous materials.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Excel

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Culinary Certificate

Job description

Arrowhead Assisted Living seeks an Executive Chef to oversee all kitchen operations across dining rooms, pubs, and events at the facility. You will actively participate in daily food production, supervise staff, and contribute to training and performance appraisals.

Responsibilities include menu creation, event catering, inventory management, and strict compliance with health and safety standards. Strong leadership and culinary excellence are essential.