The Monarch at Henderson

Food and Beverage Director (Dining Services Director/Executive Chef)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $65,200.00 - $104,100.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Paid Time Off
Holidays
401(k) retirement plan

Job Description

Monarch Henderson, an AgeWell Solvere Living community, is a distinguished senior living community committed to providing exceptional care and services to its residents. AgeWell Solvere Living has proudly maintained the status of a certified Great Place to Work for seven consecutive years, underscoring its dedication to fostering a positive and supportive work environment. This commitment not only enhances employee satisfaction but also directly translates into superior care and service for the community's residents. Monarch Henderson offers a comprehensive range of benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, company-paid life insurance, voluntary disability, paid time off, holidays, and a 401(k) retirement... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Degree in culinary arts preferred
  • 3 to 5 years previous experience in food production or management
  • Serve Safe certification or ability to become certified within 90 days
  • Basic knowledge of food preparation procedures and dining room etiquette
  • Knowledge of health department regulations for food service
  • Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently
  • Results oriented approach
  • Customer service orientation
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Physical ability to bend, reach, push, pull
  • Ability to lift 40 to 50 pounds
  • Ability to stand for long periods
  • Ability to work in hot and humid conditions
  • Ability to assess food quality by taste and smell

Job Qualifications

  • Degree in Culinary Arts preferred
  • 3 to 5 years' previous experience in food production or management
  • Serve Safe certification or certification within 90 days of hire
  • Basic knowledge of food preparation procedures and dining room service etiquette
  • Familiarity with Health Department food service regulations and guidelines
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and internet tools
  • Strong organizational, oral, and written communication skills
  • Self-motivated with ability to work independently
  • Results oriented
  • Customer service oriented
  • Proven team player
  • Physically able to bend, reach, push, pull, lift up to 40-50 pounds
  • Able to stand for extended periods
  • Able to work in a hot and humid environment
  • Ability to determine food quality through taste and smell

Job Duties

  • Responsible for the overall financial and operational functions related to dining room service and culinary operations
  • Creates and plans weekly menus for the IL communities and follows dietitian-approved menus for AL and MC communities
  • Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local sanitation regulations
  • Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of all work areas
  • Conducts routine safety and sanitation inspections and communicates findings
  • Demonstrates attention to detail with regard to food quality, presentation, and dining room environmental standards
  • Develops and maintains food service quality objectives and standards
  • Develops and maintains good working relationships with community administrative team members and networks with other communities
  • Prepares all monthly food service reports
  • Maintains food and supply expenses to budget or forecast
  • Places orders for food and supplies
  • Completes food and supply inventories prior to placing orders
  • Plans, develops, organizes, implements, evaluates, and directs food and beverage services operations
  • Makes reports and recommendations to the executive director
  • Maintains daily logs of temperatures for freezer, refrigeration, dishwasher, and food holding areas
  • Ensures clean and safe kitchen environment with high-quality safety and sanitation standards
  • Supports community sales efforts and catering for events
  • Follows all emergency procedures and safety policies
  • Ensures a 72-hour emergency food and drinking water supply
  • Exhibits enthusiasm for working with seniors
  • Manages departmental staffing and labor costs
  • Recruits, trains, and evaluates culinary staff
  • Oversees culinary services calendar for holidays and special events
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location