Culinary Director Specialist

The Culinary Director Specialist is responsible for assisting culinary teams at our communities to ensure the culinary program is meeting resident and budgetary expectations This role will provide oversight as well as leadership and support to community Culinary Directors and Executive Directors to assist them in maintaining an exceptional dining experience for our residents Sagora Senior Living is one of the top 50 senior housing operators in the United States offering independent living assisted living and memory care services We are looking for compassionate and caring individuals to join our team to uphold our Residents First philosophy We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package along with additional company perks If you are looking for a rewarding position and a great company culture we urge you to apply Position details Community details httpwwwsagoracomcommunitiesStatus Full TimeShifthours 10 day on 4 day off scheduleResponsibilities Fill in during the absence of a Culinary DirectorProvide training and coaching to community culinary associates and directorsEvaluate community culinary operations to ensure that each part is functioning to a desired level of excellenceIdentify opportunities to enhance the quality and cost of food purchasing and make recommendations to senior managementMaintain strong and positive relationships with all vendors and work food vendors and others to develop menus that are delicious and offer balanced nutrition for our residentsOverseeing the orientation program for new community chefs and culinary directors and make recommendations for improvementProvide culinary leadership and support to chefs within the communitiesParticipate in the interview process and candidate evaluation for Culinary Director openingsEnsure that all staff uses and maintains equipment properly to avoid damage and costly repairsConfirm that there is an appropriate inventory of kitchen supplies small wares and tableware and culinary budget is being utilized appropriatelyCommunicating effectively with other members of the home office leadership teamMay perform other duties as assigned or requested SkillsRequirements Minimum 1 year experience in related multi community position or a minimum of 5 years management and foodservice experience within the senior living andor hospitality industry with current or previous experience as an Executive Chef or Dining Services Manager within the senior housing industrySpecific experience with the culinary needs of memory care and dementia residents within an assisted living or memory care communityCulinary Arts Degree preferredServSafe CertificationProfessional level computer skills to include the ability to utilize Microsoft Office products email etcThis position will require approximately 75 100 travel The ability to travel up to a week at a time with little notice is requiredProfessional written and verbal communication skills and the ability to read write and communicate in English