Director of Culinary Services

Find a workplace where you are deeply appreciated, not only for the skills you offer, but for the individual you are. At Milestone, you’ll enter into a rewarding career where you’ll work with highly skilled professionals and do meaningful work in the lives of our senior residents. Join a welcoming environment that fosters strong relationships with the residents, their families, and your coworkers. We hope you’ll consider serving alongside us.

The Dalles, OR

Flagstone Senior Living

<strong>Pave the way for the retirement you&rsquo;ve imagined with distinctive senior living at Flagstone Senior Living. Warm and welcoming,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milestoneretirement.com/senior-living/or/the-dalles/flagstone-senior-living/our-community">our community</a>&nbsp;in the beautiful area of The Dalles, Oregon, inspires residents to live their days to the fullest. With 24-hour assistance and multiple levels of care, we provide personalized support that gives our residents confidence each day and allows for aging in place.</strong> https://www.milestoneretirement.com/senior-living/or/the-dalles/flagstone-senior-living/

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Full Time

$56,000-60,000 per year

Overview: <p><strong>We are hiring- A director of Culinary Services!</strong></p> <p><strong>Tired of late nights and long days? Put your passion for cooking to work in our Senior Living community. Working in one of our communities will allow you to be creative in your culinary creations. You also have the added benefit of providing so much excitement for our residents, they LOVE to eat!</strong></p> <p>The&nbsp;<strong>Director of Culinary Services</strong>&nbsp;directs all activities of the Culinary Service Department and dining room. The&nbsp;<strong>Director of Culinary Services</strong>&nbsp;is responsible for the quality of meals served, quality of service delivery during meal service, control of Dietary Department expenses, and for compliance with special diets offered by the community.</p> <p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p> <ul> <li>A company that is growing</li> <li>An awesome team that is passionate about seniors</li> <li>Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance</li> <li>Paid Time Off</li> <li>Paid Holidays</li> <li>401K/Roth plan</li> <li>Company-paid life insurance</li> <li>Perks and Discounts Program</li> <li>Parental leave</li> <li>Educational/Personal Development Reimbursement Assistance</li> </ul>
Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Responsible for planning, directing, controlling, communicating, and coaching in the dining service department.</li> <li>Follow the Menu Program that meets nutritional requirements.</li> <li>Ensure that all foods are prepared to the satisfaction of residents and in accordance with safe food handling practices.</li> <li>Circulate in the dining room to ascertain resident preferences and satisfaction with meals.</li> <li>Provide input and support to the Executive Director on new hires and training staff in the dietary department.</li> <li>Maintain a clean kitchen and dining room including all equipment, walls, ceilings, vents, dry storage, cold storage, cooking areas, preparation surfaces, and dish storage areas.</li> <li>Foster teamwork with co-workers, take actions that assist others beyond job responsibilities, treat others with respect, and have a positive impact on co-workers, residents, and visitors.</li> <li>Perform other duties as assigned or needed.</li> </ul>
Requirements: <ul> <li>High school diploma or GED.</li> <li>Must have compassion for and desire to work with seniors!</li> <li>One year of experience in food services preparation and two years of managing staff.</li> <li>Three years of experience in food service preparation and managing staff.</li> <li>Current ServSafe Certification required. Obtain/hold any local, state, and/or county-required food handling/sanitation licenses and/or certificates.</li> <li>Must be 18 years or older.</li> <li>Must meet all health requirements, including Health screening and TB clearance.</li> <li>Must pass a drug screen, state-required fingerprinting, and criminal background process.</li> <li>First Aid certification.</li> </ul> <br /> <p><strong>Preferred:</strong></p> <ul> <li>2 years of continuing education.</li> </ul> <br /> <p><strong>Apply with your resume and cover letter TODAY to schedule your interview for this exciting opportunity!</strong></p> <p><strong>**Please DO NOT include the date of your graduation, if applicable on your resume or application. Thank you!**</strong></p>