JOB – Director of Culinary Experience

Our Benefits include but are not limited to…

• Wellness programs upon hire
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Plan, including dental and vision coverage
• Company paid life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid Time Off programs
• Voluntary benefits & supplemental insurance available
• Same-day pay option available
• Free meals at communities

This position is eligible for Eskaton’s health benefits package the first of the month following 60 days of employment and Paid Time Off benefits program after 90 days of employment.

The starting salary for this position ranges from $31.00 to $43.40/hour.

Position Summary:

The Food Service Director is responsible for supervising the food service staff.  The responsibilities for this position include: budgetary compliance, quality assurance, Menu management, department management, overseeing service of meals to residents, food preparation, providing consultation concerning the activities of the food service department in order to provide service as per professional and legal standards, staffing, scheduling and job assignments.

Position Responsibilities include:

• Provides assessment of the food services department in order to outline the community needs and establish priorities.

• Directly supervises the food service employees

• Must be competent in the preparation, cooking, and serving of general and therapeutic diet meals for residents.

• Ensures quality of food items ordered and served.

• Recruits, hires, orients and trains employees which includes: on-the-job training, ongoing in service education, adherence to policies and procedures, as well as applicable regulations.

• Carries out the approved menu cycle, making the proper adjustments and communication when necessary.

• Orders supplies, maintains an appropriate inventory, and ensures proper storage of foods and kitchen supplies.

• Maintains standards of safety, sanitation, and cleanliness in the food services department.

• Designs, develops, and implements food service policies and procedures.  Provides preventive maintenance programs and budgetary guidelines for the department.

• Ensures that proper labor cost controls are maintained.

• Reviews inspection and consultant reports.  Recommends intervention and follow-up when appropriate.

• Evaluates dining facilities and equipment needs and provides capital and small equipment recommendations.

• Responsible for ensuring quality assurance. Routinely conducts audits to ensure accuracy, quality, and consistency.

• Works in accordance with safety guidelines established by Eskaton with emphasis on the use of proper body mechanics and safe work practices.

• Set an example for staff to follow.

• Is knowledgeable of operation and appropriately maintains Emergency Food Service Plan for community.

Qualifications

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent G.E.D.

Food Service Management Degree or Commensurate work experience.

Serv Safe certification required.

Training and Experience:

A minimum of three years work experience supervising food service operations.

Serve Safe Certification.

Job Knowledge:

Ability to understand and work harmoniously with residents, staff and healthcare professionals.  Ability to maintain high professional and ethical standards.  Computer proficiency is strongly recommended.

The final candidate must successfully pass Eskaton’s post offer, pre-employment testing which includes a criminal background check, drug test, COVID test, TB screen test and health screen.

Eskaton is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.