Director Culinary Services / Executive Chef

Responsibilities

• Work in a supportive environment that provides advancement opportunities and promotes a healthy work-life balance.
• 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.
• Confirm that the front of house and back of house staff work closely together to deliver a food product that exceeds the residents and/or guests expectations.
• Assist Kitchen and Restaurant staff with back and front of the house operations as needed.
• Work with the Executive Director and front line staff to obtain and maintain department Customer Satisfaction and Quality Enhancement levels at or above designated scores.
• 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.
• Work with the staff and residents in the planning and development of recipes and menus based on resident likes and dislikes and monthly budgets.
• Maintain the appropriate inventory of kitchen supplies, small wares and table ware.
• Ensure that all staff uses and maintains equipment properly to avoid damage and costly repairs.
• Plan, prepare and execute Engage Life events, special events, banquets, and theme meals.
• Work closely with the Community Sales Director and community staff to market the community via “Taste of Atria - Road Shows” and “Signature Items”.
• Ensure that the kitchen and restaurant staff understands company expectations and first impression requirements.

Qualifications

• Culinary Experience in the hospitality industry.
• 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.

Skills

• Ability to work all stations in the kitchen and/or dining room if needed.

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).
• Enrollment in benefits varies by employee classification; anniversary reward amounts vary by location.

Schedule

• Sunday - Thursday
• Five (5) or more years Culinary Experience in the hospitality industry.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license.
• Satisfactory meeting and compliance with Company motor vehicle policy standards.