Director Culinary Services / Executive Chef

Atria Senior Living is a leading provider of senior living communities dedicated to creating environments where employees can thrive and residents can enjoy fulfilling, comfortable lives in their homes. With a commitment to exceptional care, community engagement, and professional growth, Atria has established itself as a trusted name in the senior living industry. The company prioritizes work-life balance and offers outstanding benefits to its team members, fostering a culture of support and advancement. Employees at Atria benefit from paid holidays, paid time off, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, a retirement savings plan with employer match, and tuition reimbursement for U.S.-based communities. These benefits vary by classification and location but exemplify the company's dedication to its workforce.

The Culinary Services Manager role at Atria Senior Living involves overseeing the complete culinary operations within one of their communities, including kitchen and dining venues. This leadership position requires someone who can efficiently manage and supervise all culinary staff, ensuring that scheduling, assignments, performance reviews, hiring, and disciplinary actions align with company policies. The Culinary Services Manager works closely with residents and their families to maintain high satisfaction levels and collaborates with the restaurant management team to create a restaurant-style dining atmosphere that exceeds expectations. This role demands a hands-on leader who is capable of assisting with both front and back of house operations, capable of working across kitchen stations as needed.

Furthermore, this position is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and quality standards, ensuring compliance with food safety and local health codes. The manager will also work with community leadership to meet or exceed customer satisfaction and quality benchmarks, as well as maintain employee satisfaction. Budget management, including monitoring monthly and annual expenses related to food, supplies, and labor, is a critical aspect of this role. The Culinary Services Manager will also contribute to menu planning based on resident preferences and budgets, maintain vendor relationships, and oversee inventory and equipment care. Special events, banquets, and thematic meals are part of the responsibilities, along with marketing initiatives such as "Taste of Atria - Road Shows" and promoting signature items in conjunction with the Community Sales Director.

This position requires a minimum of five years of culinary experience in the hospitality industry and a High School Diploma or GED. Candidates should demonstrate strong organizational and problem-solving skills, hold a food handler's permit as required by state law or company standards, and have basic computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel. The role may involve driving responsibilities, necessitating a valid driver's license and compliance with the company motor vehicle policy. The salary range for this position varies from $79,000 to $90,850 annually, depending on work history and experience. Joining Atria means becoming part of an organization that values its employees, offers comprehensive benefits, supports career growth, and promotes a healthy, balanced work environment.