Job Description:

Responsible for the overall daily operations and management of the Culinary Department. Must plan and creating high quality meals and excellent dining experiences for residents by preparing and serving attractive, nutritious and palatable meals consistent with regulations and established policies and procedures. Trains culinary aides to meet and maintain high quality standards consistent with dietary department standards.

Job Duties:

• Manage Food Production and Meal Service.
• Prepare menus and meals for residents. Prepare, as needed, meals for special dietary requests.
• Ensure food is prepared in a nutritious and appetizing manner
• Prioritize tasks and complete assignments within allotted time.
• Maintain a positive image and adhere to all company policies.
• Monitor and maintain the dining and kitchen area for cleanliness and safety.
• Provide exceptional friendly service and a comfortable dining experience for residents.
• Maintain excellent relationships with residents, guests, and others within the community.
• Follow food safe and sanitation policies and procedures.
• Oversee dietary policies and procedures and conduct ongoing training to develop and maintain excellence in dietary practices.
• Manage department within budgetary guidelines.
• Ensure all organizational and governmental standards and regulations concerning dietary services are met and maintained.
• Direct and conduct safety, sanitation and maintenance programs.
• Demonstrate and train safe work practices.
• Order and maintain supplies and appliances.
• Order food and/or conduct grocery shopping within dietary and budgetary guidelines.
• Foster strong inter-departmental relations and integrate the dietary department with operations.
• Present professional image of all dietary staff by wearing approved attire and following grooming guidelines