Culinary Supervisor
Join our team at one of our senior living communities offering independent living, assisted living, or memory care, where we put Residents First while being team-focused and quality-centered. We invest in and empower our team members to move upward within the company and in their careers. Based on team member surveys, we are certified as a Great Place to Work!
About the role
As a Culinary Supervisor at Sagora Senior Living, you are a creative individual with a passion for the art of culinary services. You will ensure immaculate detail in meal presentation while maintaining the highest quality in taste and customer service to exceed residents' expectations daily. Our Core Values are Commitment, Empowerment, Communication, Excellence, and Teamwork.
- Supervise the culinary department, including menu planning, supplies, overall food production, meal presentation, table service, budgeting, and safety in the kitchen
- Hire, train, and supervise all Culinary associates while promoting retention and development
- Provide knowledgeable oversight for all food production, including menu-planning, purchasing, cost control, and inventory
- Ensure the safety of the food in the community through compliance with all applicable company, local, state, and federal sanitation and food handling procedures and regulations
- Cook à la carte items
- Assist the Executive Director with planning and adhering to the food and beverage budget
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of equipment, food storage, and work areas
- Deep clean kitchen on a monthly basis
- Prepare food according to recipes
- Plate and present beautiful food to be served and enjoyed
- Ensure high quality in taste and appearance while aligning with budget and safety guidelines
- Create and maintain a high level of service and hospitality in a team-oriented setting
- Assure departmental compliance with preparation and maintenance of required records, reports, and paperwork regarding Culinary operations
- Promote and contribute to the community’s positive reputation and perception of the Culinary department
- Serve as an active, valuable member of the community’s leadership team and other task groups as appropriate
Requirements
- 2 years of experience as an Executive Chef in a commercial kitchen
- Associate's Degree in Hospitality Management or related area preferred but not required
- Current Food Safety Manager's permit or equivalent as regulated by state and local authorities
- Ability to use math to compute recipes and costing
- Skills in preparing specialized dishes for specific diets
- Organized and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Availability to work some evenings and weekends as needed for events and holiday staffing needs
- Possess or be willing to acquire a valid driver's license to drive on company time as needed
- Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills
Benefits
- Company-paid telemedicine service for all full-time benefit-eligible team members
- On-Demand Pay – request a pay advance!
- Discount and rewards program – use for electronics, food, car buying, travel, fitness, and more!
- Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
- Flex Spending Account
- Dependent Care Flex Plan
- Health Savings Account
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company matching
- Paid time off and Holiday pay
- Team Member Assistance Program – counseling services at the other end of the phone
- Discounted Meal Tickets
- Referral Bonus Program – earn money for referring your friends
- Tuition Assistance (for programs directly related to team member's position)
- Lasting relationships with our residents who have so much wisdom to share
Community Name: Dogwood Trails Assisted Living & Memory Care
Address: 1625 W Spring St
Phone number: +1 903-723-0040
Status: Full Time