Director Culinary Services / Executive Chef

Philadelphia, PA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Career Development

flexible schedule

Job Description

This opportunity is with a respected community-based hospitality organization renowned for delivering exceptional culinary experiences within their dining venues. Established with a commitment to excellence, the company prides itself on fostering an environment where both residents and guests feel valued through outstanding food service and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Operating as a prominent figure in the hospitality industry, the company continually seeks to maintain top-tier standards in all aspects of its culinary services, ensuring satisfaction and quality enhancement across every facet of dining and kitchen operations.

The role under discussion is pivotal to sustaining the seamless day-to-day operations and staffing of both the kitchen and dining venues within the community. This position holds the responsibility of managing and supervising all culinary service staff, from scheduling and assignments to performance reviews and hiring, aligning with company policies to promote a productive and motivated team. Integral to this role is the collaboration with various stakeholders including the restaurant manager and coordinator, ensuring a clear direction towards delivering high levels of customer service and creating an authentic restaurant-style dining atmosphere. The role requires an individual capable of working alongside both front and back of house staff to deliver exceptional food products that exceed expectations while maintaining stringent cleanliness and quality standards.

In addition, this position involves regular engagement with residents and family members to gauge satisfaction levels, addressing concerns promptly to maintain high satisfaction scores. The role also requires overseeing budget management for the culinary services department, including monitoring monthly and annual expenditures related to food, supplies, and labor. This encompasses strategic planning of recipes and menus based on resident preferences and budget constraints, as well as managing inventory and vendor relationships to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness.

Furthermore, the role encompasses organizing and executing special community events, banquets, and themed meals, working closely with sales and community staff to promote the community through signature culinary initiatives. The candidate will be expected to uphold company standards and first impression expectations consistently, ensuring a positive experience for all residents and guests. This comprehensive managerial culinary position demands a proven leader with significant hospitality experience, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to excellence in food service delivery.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Five or more years culinary experience in hospitality
Food handlers permit as required by state law or company standards
Basic computer skills including Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
Valid driver’s license
Compliance with company motor vehicle policy standards
Ability to resolve customer and employee dissatisfaction issues

Job Qualifications

Five or more years culinary experience in the hospitality industry
High school diploma or GED
Strong organization and time management skills
Ability to resolve problems of dissatisfied customers and employees
Food handlers permit as required by state law or company standards
Basic computer skills including Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
Valid driver’s license
Ability to comply with company motor vehicle policy standards

Job Duties

Responsible for the day to day operations and staffing for the kitchen and dining venues of their community
Manages and supervises all Culinary Services staff including scheduling, assignment, direction, performance review, hiring and corrective action
Meets regularly with residents and family members to confirm high satisfaction levels
Collaborates with restaurant manager or coordinator to ensure high levels of customer service and a restaurant style dining atmosphere
Ensures front of house and back of house staff work closely to deliver food products that exceed expectations
Assists kitchen and restaurant staff with operations as needed, including working all stations
Works with Executive Director and front line staff to maintain department Customer Satisfaction and Quality Enhancement scores
Delegates tasks to maintain cleanliness and quality in kitchen and restaurant areas
Ensures food is prepared, stored, and served to company standards and health code requirements
Maintains Employee Satisfaction scores at designated levels
Interviews and hires culinary staff
Conducts monthly department meetings and in-services
Manages monthly and annual budgets including documentation of food, supplies, and labor expenditures
Plans and develops recipes and menus based on resident preferences and budgets
Ensures proper usage and maintenance of equipment
Maintains inventory of kitchen supplies, wares, and tableware
Oversees purchasing standards and vendor relationships
Plans and executes Engage Life events, special events, banquets, and theme meals
Collaborates with Community Sales Director to market community culinary initiatives
Ensures staff understand company expectations and first impression requirements
Performs other duties as assigned or requested