Culinary Director, Senior Living Dining & Team Leadership

Belmont-Village-Sabre-Springs; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lucrative bonus opportunities

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision benefits

Paid vacation

Job summary

Belmont Village Senior Living is seeking a Chef Manager to lead a hands-on dining program and partner with front-of-house and back-of-house teams to deliver hospitality-centered meals that exceed resident and guest expectations.

You will recruit and develop culinary talent in a state-of-the-art kitchen, build lasting relationships with residents and guests, and collaborate with regional and corporate teams to foster a culture of collaboration and excellence in dining.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• ServSafe certificate required.
• Formal culinary training through degree or certificate program required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food service compliance while ensuring exceptional quality and productivity by effectively scheduling and coordinating kitchen staff operations.
• Ensure recipe consistency and adherence to company standards while showcasing culinary creativity for special event menu planning.
• Drive resident and guest satisfaction through clear communication, superior meal preparation, and outstanding dining service.
• Manage food ordering and equipment inventory to minimize waste, control costs, and maintain budget compliance.
• Build a positive workplace culture by training employees in safety protocols, food handling, and kitchen cleanliness, while applying company policies fairly and consistently.
• Collaborate with community leadership, regional teams, and corporate support to align with organizational goals.
• Lead staffing efforts, including interviewing, hiring, performance management, coaching, employee training, and task delegation.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

ServSafe certificate

Formal culinary training through degree or certificate program

Tools

MS Office

POS

Job description

Belmont Village Senior Living is seeking a Chef Manager to lead a hands-on dining program and partner with front-of-house and back-of-house teams to deliver hospitality-centered meals that exceed resident and guest expectations.

You will recruit and develop culinary talent in a state-of-the-art kitchen, build lasting relationships with residents and guests, and collaborate with regional and corporate teams to foster a culture of collaboration and excellence in dining.