Regional Chef: Lead Multi-Site Culinary Excellence

WesleyLife; Des Moines (IA); Presencial; USD 85 000 - 95 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

WesleyLife in Des Moines, IA is seeking an experienced Regional Chef to provide culinary leadership and operational support across multiple senior living communities. This hands-on role partners with community leadership to elevate dining experiences and drive continuous improvement.

The position requires travel between WesleyLife communities, strong coaching and mentoring skills, and a commitment to culinary excellence and safety.

Qualificações

• Associate degree or equivalent in culinary/foodservice management.
• Serve Safe Certification required.
• Minimum five years of progressive culinary leadership experience.
• Strong communication and coaching skills.
• Ability to travel frequently across WesleyLife communities.

Responsabilidades

• Provide culinary leadership and operational support across WesleyLife communities.
• Partner with leaders to achieve culinary operational excellence.
• Lead interim operations during leadership vacancies and transitions.
• Improve food quality, labor management, resident satisfaction, and finances.
• Support menu development, standardized recipes, and culinary initiatives.
• Coach and mentor culinary leaders and onboard new staff.
• Ensure food safety, sanitation, and regulatory readiness.
• Promote hospitality standards and resident-centered dining experiences.
• Travel frequently between communities; onsite ~85% of time.

Conhecimentos

Culinary leadership

Team coaching

Staff development

Communication

Travel willingness

Formação académica

Associate degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, Foodservice Management, or related field

Serve Safe Certification

Descrição da oferta de emprego

WesleyLife in Des Moines, IA is seeking an experienced Regional Chef to provide culinary leadership and operational support across multiple senior living communities. This hands-on role partners with community leadership to elevate dining experiences and drive continuous improvement.

The position requires travel between WesleyLife communities, strong coaching and mentoring skills, and a commitment to culinary excellence and safety.