Okalee of Medina has a rare opening for a Culinary Director to join our team.

With the support of the home office dietitians, you will direct the overall operations of the Food & Nutrition Services department to ensure quality food and nutritional services are provided to our residents. You will also ensure our residents receive a first-class dining experience through supervising and staffing exceptional dietary aides.

This is a Full-Time, benefit eligible position.

Culinary Director responsibilities:

• Coordinate with in-house Dietitian to ensure appropriate nutritional care is provided to residents.
• Oversee daily operations of the Culinary Services department.
• Guarantee meals, snacks, and supplements are planned, prepared, and served to residents in a pleasant atmosphere.
• Recruit, hire, and supervise department staff.
• Prepare employee schedules, maintain attendance records, and approve payroll.
• Promote special food events (Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, etc.) for residents and guests.
• Perform additional tasks as required.

Culinary Director skills and requirements:

• 2 years of leadership/ supervisory experience required.
• Certified Dietary Manager, Registered Dietitian, Dietetic Technician, Associate’s or higher degree in food service management or in hospitality, or Two or more years of experience as a Food & Nutrition Services Director.
• Preference will be given to those candidates who are a Certified Dietary Manager.
• ServSafe certificate required.
• Culinary Degree, Associate Degree or certification in food science, nutrition, dietetics or related field preferred.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal food service regulations, preferred.
• Large scale batch cooking experience required.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Location: Okalee of Medina is located in the West Metro.

Address: 4350 Chippewa Court, Medina MN, 55340

Landmarks: Our community is located just west of Plymouth off Highway 55 in the quaint town of Medina. We are just 10 miles from Maple Grove, 13 miles from Golden Valley, 18 miles from Brooklyn Park/Center and Buffalo.

About Us:

Okalee of Medina is a senior living community providing independent living, assisted living, care suites and memory care options allowing our residents the ability to age in place. An amenity-rich, wellness-focused lifestyle community for older adults, Okalee of Medina is located in a serene, natural setting, yet with easy access to Highway 55.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 2 years

Pay rate:

• Hourly pay

Shift:

• 8 hour shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Culinary experience: 2 years (Required)
• Cooking: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person