Clearwater at Riverpark

Culinary Director

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $85,000.00 - $95,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Excellent Benefits
401(k) contributions
Paid vacation
Paid sick leave
opportunities to grow
dynamic work environment
Culture of people first and service always

Job Description

Clearwater at Riverpark is a premier luxury senior living community located in Oxnard, California, dedicated to providing an exceptional living experience for seniors. As part of the Clearwater Living family, the community prides itself on delivering a culture focused on people first and service always, fostering an environment where seniors are celebrated and their individual preferences and needs are prioritized. Clearwater Living is well known for combining comfort, companionship, and top-notch amenities within a safe and enriching atmosphere. The community emphasizes luxurious living with a compassionate, service-oriented approach, ensuring every resident receives personalized care and attention aimed at enriching their... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or related education in Culinary Arts or Hospitality preferred
  • Eight to ten years of experience in food service
  • Five to seven years of supervisory experience
  • Serve Safe certification preferred
  • First Aid Certification required
  • Ability and willingness to drive community vehicle
  • Background clearances as required
  • Must meet health requirements including TB

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or related education in Culinary Arts or Hospitality is preferred or combination of formal training from a related culinary or technical school and experience overseeing restaurant and dining operations
  • Minimum eight to ten years of experience in food service
  • Minimum five to seven years of supervisory experience to include hiring, training, and supervising staff and developing and managing a budget
  • Serve Safe certification preferred
  • First Aid Certification required
  • Ability, licensure and willingness to drive the community vehicle as needed
  • Background clearances as required by government regulations
  • Must meet health requirements, including TB

Job Duties

  • Manage, plan, develop, organize, schedule, evaluate, and direct the Culinary department
  • Supervise the production, presentation and cost of food, and create a balanced rotating menu
  • Serve as liaison between guests, residents and Culinary staff and be responsible for effective communication across all areas
  • Resolve resident complaints regarding food quality and/or service
  • Establish a Food Committee and/or survey and visit with residents regularly to determine resident special likes/dislikes and, as much as possible, resident preferences and requests
  • Ensure a sanitary work environment and comply with all health and safety codes, state licensing regulations and policies and procedures regarding proper storage, handling and serving of food
  • Develop and implement policies/processes to ensure that food is ready on time and proper temperature levels are met
  • Backup Culinary staff in their job duties as needed
  • Responsible for the cleanliness in dining room and ensure proper table settings at all times
  • Recruit, hire, train, motivate, and supervise department staff in accordance with all company policies, procedures, and core values
  • Carry out required new hire training and ongoing skills training for associates and maintain appropriate documentation

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location