District Culinarian

About the role

Bristol Culinary Management is seeking a District Culinarian to help secure growth and ensure customer services are being managed correctly. Bristol delivers custom culinary programs centered on scratch cooking, locally sourced food with a health‑wellness approach to dining. The ideal candidate has a strong food/culinary background and proven leadership experience with teams.

Responsibilities

• Overall management, food production, and oversight for assigned kitchens.
• Implement regimented processes as part of transition management and culinary team, opening new business at client facilities.
• Train new Kitchen Manager and production staff on all required production systems and processes.
• Monitor temperature of hot and cold foods through preparation and service to meet established goals prior to steam table transfer and maintain throughout meal service.
• Create and maintain excellent relationships with residents, Executive Director, fellow department heads, and staff.
• Adhere to KPI operational budget and complete reporting responsibilities on a daily/weekly basis.
• Creatively collaborate with Dining Management on special events and menus.
• Understand facility's fire and disaster plans; follow established procedures during drills and actual emergencies.
• Coach and teach kitchen staff; lead a group of peers.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years' experience as an Executive Chef or Chef Manager.
• Prior experience in dining service transitions and openings is preferred.
• AA degree or equivalent in Food Science, Nutrition, Culinary Arts, or Hotel/Restaurant Management is highly desirable.

Skills

• Ability to coach and teach within the kitchen.
• Proficiency with food software programs and general computer knowledge.
• Proficiency in languages other than English, especially Spanish (a big plus).
• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification (a big plus).
• Experience working in a healthcare environment (a big plus).

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Benefits
• Weekly KPI Bonuses
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid holidays, personal, and vacation days
• Professional and fun working environment

Schedule

• Involves being onsite 2‑3 weeks for new openings.
• Scheduling may require 10 days on and 4 days off, determined by support needs and transition of business.