Director of Culinary Services

About the role

Morada Senior Living is seeking a Director of Culinary Services to join their team. As part of a large senior living group, Morada communities have received Great Place to Work® certifications from 2022–2026, fostering a culture of purpose, respect, and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements food services policies, procedures, and job descriptions.
• Plans menus and menu cycles according to cultural and regional food preferences, and resident dietary guidelines.
• Adjusts recipes to appropriate yield.
• Maintains quality and consistency of food, including food temperatures, portion control, palatability, and attractiveness.
• Monitors workers during preparation, portioning, and garnishing to ensure adherence to prescribed methods.
• Cooks and carves meats, and prepares dishes.
• Orders food and chemical supplies, and validates deliveries against orders.
• Inventories food items monthly.
• Conducts regular Quality Assurance Audits.
• Ensures safe and sanitary food handling practices.
• Enforces 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.
• Maintains monthly expenditures, explaining significant variances to ensure budget compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in culinary arts program preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of management experience in a food service environment.
• Successfully completed food safety training.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Provides leadership by demonstrating confidence, inspiring, and motivating others.