Director Culinary Services / Executive Chef

Responsibilities

• Work in a supportive environment that provides advancement opportunities and promotes a healthy work-life balance.
• Responsible for the day to day operations and staffing for the kitchen and dining venues of their community.
• Manage and supervise all Culinary Services staff including scheduling, assignment, direction, performance review (including input on pay adjustments), hiring and corrective action consistent with company policy.
• Meet regularly with residents and family members to confirm that high satisfaction levels are maintained.
• Work with the restaurant manager or coordinator to ensure high levels of customer service and a restaurant style dining atmosphere.
• Assist Kitchen and Restaurant staff with back and front of the house operations as needed.
• Delegate tasks to all staff to maintain the highest levels of cleanliness and quality in the kitchen and restaurant areas.
• Maintain Employee Satisfactions scores at or above designated scores.
• Interview and hire staff for the Culinary Services department.
• Conduct and participate in monthly department meetings/in-services.
• Plan, prepare, and execute Engage Life events, special events, banquets, and theme meals.
• Market the community via “Taste of Atria - Road Shows” and “Signature Items”.
• Ensure that the kitchen and restaurant staff understand company expectations and first impression requirements.

Requirements

• Five (5) or more years Culinary Experience in the hospitality industry.
• A High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Able to resolve problems of dissatisfied customers and/or employees.
• Food handlers permit as required by state law and/or Company standards.
• Basic Computer skills - Microsoft word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Position may require driving responsibilities (may use Company provided vehicle and/or personal vehicle).
• Valid driver's license.
• Satisfactorily meet and be in compliance with Company motor vehicle policy standards.

Qualifications

• Must possess valid driver's license.

Skills

• Understanding and maintaining monthly and annual budgets for the Culinary Services department.
• Planning, preparing, and executing Engage Life events, special events, banquets, and theme meals.
• Marketing the community via “Taste of Atria - Road Shows” and “Signature Items”.

Benefits

• Paid holidays and PTO.
• Annual anniversary rewards dependent on classification.
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k) employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement (U.S Based Communities).