Senior Living Culinary Director: Elevate Dining

Ciel Senior Living; Arvada (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ciel Senior Living is seeking an experienced Director of Culinary to lead the culinary team and shape menu development, standards, and dining experiences for residents and their families. You will oversee all culinary operations, including menu planning, kitchen management, and food quality, reporting to the Executive Director.

You will manage staffing, budgets, compliance, and cross-functional collaboration, ensuring high quality meals and a satisfying resident experience in a senior living

Qualifications

• Eight years of progressive experience in the food service industry with at least three years in a supervisory role.
• Experience in senior living or healthcare is a plus.
• Current ServSafe Certification preferred.
• Good understanding of Excel and online food service ordering platforms.

Responsibilities

• Staffing: post positions, interview and hire with ED input.
• Maintain safe, sanitary environment and provide a nurturing dining experience.
• Onboard and train Culinary staff and document trainings.

Skills

Staff management

Budget management

Food safety knowledge

Excel proficiency

ServSafe Certification

Communication

Education

Culinary degree

Tools

Online ordering platforms

Job description

Ciel Senior Living is seeking an experienced Director of Culinary to lead the culinary team and shape menu development, standards, and dining experiences for residents and their families. You will oversee all culinary operations, including menu planning, kitchen management, and food quality, reporting to the Executive Director.

You will manage staffing, budgets, compliance, and cross-functional collaboration, ensuring high quality meals and a satisfying resident experience in a senior living