Culinary Services Director

Vitality Living; Hudson (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Generous PTO Plan

Monthly and quarterly perfect attendance bonuses

401(k)

Job summary

Vitality Living in Hudson, Florida, is seeking a Culinary Services Director to enhance our dining experiences for residents at Baypoint Village Community. This role involves managing culinary operations, ensuring compliance with all regulations, and creating nutritious meals.

The ideal candidate will have 2–3 years of experience as a Culinary Director, a relevant culinary certificate, and a current ServSafe Certificate. Enjoy competitive benefits, including insurance and a generous PTO plan.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years as Culinary Director in Assisted Living or equivalent.
• Healthcare experience preferred.
• Knowledge of customer service processes and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage table service to ensure excellent customer experience.
• Ensure dining rooms are properly set up and cleaned.
• Control culinary budget and manage inventory.

Skills

Culinary expertise

Customer service

Inventory management

Team management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary Certificate or Degree

Tools

ServSafe Certificate

Computer software and internet platforms

Job description

Overview

Join Our Team at Vitality Living as a Culinary Services Director at our Vitality Living Baypoint Village Community. Are you looking for a job where you can make a real difference? A career that allows you to impact the lives of others every single day positively. If so, we want you to be part of our mission to improve the world. At Vitality Living, we are more than just a place of work; we are a vibrant community dedicated to creating meaningful experiences for our residents, families, and team members. Everyone is encouraged to be themselves and celebrated for it. Join us today and bring your individuality along!

Responsibilities

• Maintain basic knowledge of computer software and internet platforms.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, provincial, and/or local regulations.
• Manage all aspects of table service ensuring resident preferences are accommodated and excellent service is provided to customers and guests.
• Respect dignity and confidentiality standards and promote resident rights.
• Purchase all food and manage inventory ensuring effective cost controls and vendor service and quality using the provided system.
• Ensure all dining rooms, including the private dining room, are always fully set.
• Monitor food temperatures before serving.
• Cater events as requested by residents or leadership team for special meals and parties.
• Ensure work areas are clean and safe.
• Cook at least 3-4 shifts per week plus administrative tasks.
• Manage and maintain systems to ensure nutritious, appetizing, attractive meals are provided.
• Manage and control the culinary budget as set for the fiscal year.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2–3 years as Culinary Director in Assisted Living/Memory Care and/or equivalent.
• Healthcare Experience.
• Culinary Certificate or Degree preferred.
• Current ServSafe Certificate required.
• Knowledge of processes for providing customer and personal services, including needs assessment, quality standards, and evaluation of satisfaction.
• Knowledge of management principles in resource allocation, human resources, leadership techniques, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
• Knowledge of methods for training design, instruction for individuals and groups, and measurement of training effects.
• Ability to manage and counsel team dynamics, inventory, safety, cleanliness, budget and expenses.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Generous PTO Plan.
• Monthly and quarterly perfect attendance bonuses.
• 401(k).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vitality Living is an equal opportunity employer where you can be you, be vibrant, and belong.