Executive Culinary Director - Senior Living

Jobtome; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Vision plan

Dental plan

Life & AD&D insurance

Long-Term Disability

FSAs for health/dependent care

401(k) with company match

Vacation 15 days/year

8 paid holidays

Sick time accrual 1h per 40h

Employee Assistance Program

Leadership bonuses

Longevity bonuses

Employee discount programs

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Job summary

Era Living in Seattle, WA, is seeking a Culinary Services Director to lead the Food Service Department at University House Wallingford. You will plan, prepare, and deliver three meals daily, seven days a week, while overseeing menu development, staff management and budget responsibilities.

The role requires strong food service leadership, knowledge of sanitation, and supervisory skills; the position offers great benefits, onsite parking, and a focus on high-quality resident dining.

Qualifications

• Culinary Arts Degree or Certification preferred.
• 1 year experience as Executive Chef or Sous Chef in fine dining.
• 2 years managing all aspects of a food service department.
• ServSafe Certification or obtainable within 30 days of hire.
• Current food handlers permit, CPR, First Aid, and Alcohol Serving Certification.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver three meals per day, seven days a week.
• Oversee menu development, food preparation, and delivery.
• Manage staff and budget of the Food Service Department.

Skills

Food service management

Menu planning

Staff supervision

English proficiency

DSHS background check

Education

Culinary Arts Degree/Certification

Executive/Sous Chef experience

2+ years department management

ServSafe Certification

CPR/First Aid/Alcohol Serving Certs

Job description

Era Living in Seattle, WA, is seeking a Culinary Services Director to lead the Food Service Department at University House Wallingford. You will plan, prepare, and deliver three meals daily, seven days a week, while overseeing menu development, staff management and budget responsibilities.

The role requires strong food service leadership, knowledge of sanitation, and supervisory skills; the position offers great benefits, onsite parking, and a focus on high-quality resident dining.