Culinary Services Director — Senior Living Leader

New Perspective Senior Living, LLC; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401(k) match

PTO and holidays

Company-paid life insurance

Voluntary short-term disability

Company-paid long-term disability

HSA/Health Savings Account

FSA

Education assistance – up to $5,000/yr

Earned wage access

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

New Perspective Westlake Woods in Erie, PA is seeking a Culinary Services Director to lead food and beverage operations across the community. You will oversee procurement, preparation and service under the Menu Program, while managing budgets, staff training and compliance with safety and sanitation standards.

You will coach and inspire team members, ensuring exceptional resident and family engagement and high-quality dining experiences in a collaborative, service-driven culture.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of regulations governing food handling, storage, preparation and sanitation.
• 3+ years of successful management experience in hospitality or dining services.
• 4+ years as lead chef in a hospitality/restaurant setting.
• Culinary training and/or dietary certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and management of food, beverage and dining services in the community.
• Oversee procurement, preparation and service per Menu Program; manage finances of the department.
• Supervise, train and develop team members; ensure safe handling and sanitation.
• Maintain inventory, product rotation and accurate record keeping; ensure regulatory compliance.
• Engage residents and families, communicating effectively and fostering teamwork.

Skills

Regulations knowledge

Management experience

Lead chef experience

Food safety procedures

Education

Culinary training or dietary certifications

Job description

New Perspective Westlake Woods in Erie, PA is seeking a Culinary Services Director to lead food and beverage operations across the community. You will oversee procurement, preparation and service under the Menu Program, while managing budgets, staff training and compliance with safety and sanitation standards.

You will coach and inspire team members, ensuring exceptional resident and family engagement and high-quality dining experiences in a collaborative, service-driven culture.