Culinary Director

Culinary Director – Amira Choice of Sarasota

Are you ready to leave behind long hours and step into a role that offers stability, consistency, and a better work-life balance? Join us at Amira Choice of Sarasota, a beautiful, well-designed senior living community that offers the highest level of distinction for our residents.

Amira Choice Sarasota Senior Living opened in 2020 and is located in sunny Sarasota, FL, within minutes of the growing UTC Mall at Lakewood Ranch and adjacent to Longwood Park. This community is conveniently located for commuters of all types, with close-by public transit options and convenient major roadways. Offering 198 apartments with Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care services, our community is managed by Ebenezer. Join an exceptional team of caregivers who believe in our mission to heal, discover, and educate for longer healthier, more meaningful lives.

At Amira Choice, we boast an exceptional team of caregivers who are passionate about our mission: to heal, discover, and educate for longer, healthier, more meaningful lives.

Ebenezer is seeking a Culinary Director to lead our dining services team. This role oversees all culinary operations, ensuring meals are prepared and presented to meet both regulatory standards and resident expectations. You’ll lead a dedicated team of cooks, chefs, and culinary assistants in a collaborative and rewarding environment.

Position Details:

• Full-time | 80 hours every two weeks
• Day shift

If you're ready to bring your culinary leadership to a community that values flexibility, compassion, and excellence — this is your opportunity.

Job Responsibilities:

Dining Services Management

• Oversee all dining operations
• Follow corporate menus and manage food inventory and budget
• Help plan weekly menus
• Ensure proper food prep, sanitation, and handling
• Adjust meals for special dietary needs
• Keep kitchen and storage areas clean and organized

Food Preparation

• Cook food to correct temperatures and standards
• Follow recipes and portion guidelines
• Prepare meals and bakery items on time
• Handle special diets using IDDSI standards
• Complete daily prep tasks and assist with events

Sanitation

• Maintain a “clean as you go” attitude demonstrated by a clean work area. 
• Clean and sanitize equipment after each use or per the routine cleaning schedule. 

Staff Supervision

• Hire, train, and supervise dining staff
• Provide feedback and conduct performance reviews
• Encourage teamwork and positive work environment

Resident Relations

• Maintain a clean, welcoming dining area
• Greet residents and encourage social interaction
• Listen to feedback and resolve concerns professionally
• Accommodate special requests and help plan private events

Required Qualifications

• Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) (must obtain within first 90-days of employment)

• One or more years of previous experience
• Performance Management Skills
• Working knowledge of basic Microsoft applications

Preferred Qualifications

• Vocational/Technical Training or Associate Degree - Food Service

• Approved Food Sanitation Safety Course and Certification. Accept Food Sanitation Safety Course and Certification from the following companies:

  - Serv Safe

  - Always Food Safe

• Certified Dietary Manager

Ebenezer offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information:http://www.ebennezercares.org/employee-benefits

An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

Salary : $29 - $41