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.

Elk Grove, CA

The Meadows

<strong>Come home to The Meadows - Assisted Living and love every moment. Ideally located in Elk Grove, California, The Meadows - Assisted Living is a warm, welcoming senior living community, with a caring staff who treats every resident like family. Here, you or your loved one will experience exceptional service and find almost instant camaraderie with other residents. Whether your goal is to downsize and enjoy a simpler, maintenance-free and supportive&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milestoneretirement.com/senior-living/ca/elk-grove/the-meadows-assisted-living/assisted-living">Assisted Living</a>&nbsp;lifestyle, to experience the short-term support of Respite Care, or your loved one is in need of a comprehensive&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milestoneretirement.com/senior-living/ca/elk-grove/the-meadows-assisted-living/memory-care">Memory Care</a>&nbsp;program, our remarkable community offers the essence of home in a future-forward, well-rounded setting.</strong> https://www.milestoneretirement.com/senior-living/ca/elk-grove/the-meadows-assisted-living/

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Full Time

$28 to $31 per hr.

Overview: The Director of Culinary Services directs all activities of the Culinary Service Department and dining room. The Director of Culinary Services 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.<br /> <br /> <strong>What we offer you:</strong><br /> <ul> <li>A company that is growing so you can grow too</li> <li>An awesome team that is passionate about seniors</li> <li>Full Time Employment, with a consistent schedule</li> <li>Group Medical including dental and vision</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>Travel Assistance Program</li> <li>Employee Assistance Program</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 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, and 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>Must have compassion for and desire to work with seniors!</li> <li>High School Diploma or equivalent required. Two years of continuing education preferred.</li> <li>Minimum one year of experience in food services preparation and two years' managing staff required. Three years of experience in foodservice preparation and managing staff.</li> <li>Current Manager 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 state required fingerprinting and criminal background process.</li> <li>First Aide certification required</li> </ul>