Culinary Services Director

2 weeks ago

Hockessin, Delaware, United States The Summit Full time
About The Summit

The Summit is a leading senior living community that offers a unique and enriching lifestyle for its residents. We are committed to providing exceptional service and quality care in a desirable and enriching residential environment.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Culinary Services to join our team at The Summit. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing food services policies, procedures, and job descriptions. They will also plan menus and menu cycles according to cultural and regional food preferences, and resident dietary guidelines.

Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement food services policies, procedures, and job descriptions.
  • Plan menus and menu cycles according to cultural and regional food preferences, and resident dietary guidelines.
  • Monitor the quality and consistency of the food to include food temperatures, portion control, palatability and attractiveness of food, and implement changes to ensure quality according to established standards.
  • Observe workers engaged in preparing, portioning, and garnishing foods to ensure that methods of cooking and garnishing and sizes of portions are as prescribed.
  • Cook and carve meats and prepares dishes.
  • Order food and chemical supplies for the kitchen; receives and validates all food deliveries against order form.
  • Inventories food items monthly.
  • Conducts regular Quality Assurance Audits.
  • Practices safe and sanitary food handling.
  • Practices all safety and loss prevention procedures.
  • Negotiates and signs food service agreements with vendors.
  • Selects, schedules, and conducts orientation and in-service educational programs for personnel.
  • Monitors monthly expenditures to include explanation of significant variances to ensure compliance with budget.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in culinary arts program preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years of management experience in a food service environment.
  • Must have successfully completed food safety training.
  • Ability to handle multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficient organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
  • Strong computer skills.
  • Provides leadership by exhibiting confidence in self and others; inspires and motivates others to perform well.
Benefits

In addition to a rewarding career and competitive salary, The Summit offers a comprehensive benefit package. Eligible team members are offered a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, paid time off and paid holidays. Team members are eligible to participate in our outstanding 401(k) plan with company match our Employee Assistance Program and accident insurance policies.

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