Executive Chef & Dietary Director - Skilled Nursing Kitchen Lead

Veritas Skilled Nursing Management; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Excellent pay

PTO

401k matching

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

The Center at Park West in Pueblo, CO is seeking a full-time Executive Chef to lead the dietary department and deliver exceptional culinary experiences for residents while meeting dietary needs.

This role requires weekend or on-call availability and offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional growth within a state-of-the-art skilled nursing facility.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a culinary leadership position in skilled nursing facility.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to have difficult conversations while maintaining compassion.
• Must be self-motivated and have excellent follow-through.
• Have the ability to multi task and keep a calm demeanor even in chaotic situations.
• Must be able to maintain confidential information.
• Be a champion of positivity and high morale.
• Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, scheduling, disciplining and management of all dietary staff.
• Manages inventory, the purchasing of food, supplies and uniforms for the kitchen.
• Plans and prepares daily menus, along with customized meal plans to fulfill dietary needs of patients.
• Interacts with patients, family members, Registered Dietician, departmental Directors and staff on a daily basis.
• Manages the dietary department and staffing within the budget.
• Maintains a clean, safe and effective work environment.
• Works and assists in the kitchen as needed.
• Handles complaints/issues in a timely manner.
• Performs administrative duties as required by the position.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Job description

The Center at Park West in Pueblo, CO is seeking a full-time Executive Chef to lead the dietary department and deliver exceptional culinary experiences for residents while meeting dietary needs.

This role requires weekend or on-call availability and offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional growth within a state-of-the-art skilled nursing facility.