What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Culinary Services (Senior Living) position at Discovery Village Clear Lake?
Discover Your Purpose with Us at Discovery Village Clear Lake!
As Director of Culinary Services, you’ll play an essential role in enriching the lives of seniors, creating meaningful connections, and making a difference every single day.
Your Role:
As the Director of Culinary Services, your role includes providing both strategic oversight and hands-on leadership of the Culinary Services Department. This includes responsibility for menu planning, staffing, food quality, safety, and budget performance. You’ll play a vital role in resident satisfaction by creating memorable dining experiences while ensuring operational excellence.
Position Highlights:
Status: Full Time
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM; On-call as needed
Location: 14520 TX-3, Webster, TX 77598
Rate of Pay: $65,000–$70,000 base 10% annual target bonus
Why You'll Love This Community:
At Discovery Village Clear Lake, you’ll find more than just a workplace—you’ll become part of a family-oriented culture that values trust, connection, and teamwork. This community is built on meaningful relationships with residents, families, and team members alike, creating an environment where people truly care about what they do.
You’ll join a team that believes in celebrating successes together in an all-hands-on-deck spirit. Collaboration and support are at the heart of how this community operates, ensuring you feel both valued and empowered in your role.
If you’re looking for a place where your leadership makes a real impact and where a strong sense of community drives everything, Discovery Village Clear Lake is the place to grow your career.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead daily culinary operations while participating in meal preparation and service
- Plan and execute menus that meet resident dietary guidelines and preferences
- Monitor food quality, consistency, and presentation; implement improvements as needed
- Ensure compliance with sanitation, safety, and dietary standards
- Conduct food safety audits and quality assurance checks
- Oversee purchasing, inventory control, and vendor contracts
- Manage budgets, monitor costs, and take corrective action when needed
- Recruit, train, schedule, and evaluate culinary staff
- Lead orientation and in-service training programs for team members
- Engage with residents during mealtimes to ensure satisfaction and resolve concerns
- Collaborate with Executive Director and department heads to align food services with community goals
Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years of culinary leadership in high-volume, high-standard environments (e.g., country clubs, resorts, cruise ships)
- Hands-on experience leading kitchen operations, including cooking and staff oversight
- Food Safety Certification required
- Strong knowledge of sanitation, food handling, and loss prevention practices
- Culinary training or certification preferred
- Experience with menu engineering, cost controls, and vendor management
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and kitchen management systems
- Experience in senior living culinary services is a plus—but only if paired with demonstrated high service standards
Why Join Us?
- Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package – medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) and more for eligible positions
- Thrive in a purpose-driven environment that puts residents first
- Join a collaborative, supportive leadership team that values your voice
- Build meaningful connections and create lasting impact for residents and their loved ones
Benefits You’ll Enjoy:
- Competitive wages
- Early access to earned wages before payday!
- Flexible scheduling options with full-time and part-time hours
- Paid time off and Holidays (full-time)
- Comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances (full-time)
- 401(K) with employer match
- Paid training
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- Meals and uniforms
- Employee Assistance Program
About Discovery Management Group
Discovery Management Group is part of the Discovery Senior Living family of companies, a recognized industry leader for performance, innovation and lifestyle customization that today, ranks among the 2 largest U.S. senior living operators. Discovery Management Group specializes in managing and enhancing senior living communities across the United States. With a focus on innovation, operational excellence, and lifestyle personalization, Discovery Management Group plays a vital role in serving more than 6,500 residents nationwide.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. EOE D/V
A Note to Applicants
This job description outlines the general nature and level of responsibilities for this role and is not an exhaustive list of all duties. Qualified individuals with disabilities, as defined by the ADA, must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, as determined on a case-by-case basis.
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Salary : $65,000 - $70,000
