Food and Beverage Director (Dining Services Director/Executive Chef)
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $64,000.00 - $102,200.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
401(k) Plan
Job Description
The Glades at Championsgate is a premier community dedicated to providing an exceptional living experience for its residents while fostering a supportive and empowering workplace culture. The community prides itself on honoring the legacies of its residents and celebrating the dreams and growth of its team members. This inclusive and compassionate environment encourages employees to contribute their ideas, develop their careers, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of those they serve. The Glades at Championsgate goes beyond providing excellent resident care; it is committed to the development, engagement, and well-being of its team, creating a workplace where every... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in food production or management
- Serve Safe certification or willingness to obtain within 90 days
- knowledge of food preparation and dining service etiquette
- familiarity with health department regulations
- basic proficiency in Microsoft Office
- strong communication and organizational skills
- ability to work independently
- physical ability to perform job duties including lifting and standing for long periods
- ability to work in challenging environments
- commitment to food safety and quality standards
Job Qualifications
- Degree in culinary arts preferred
- 3 to 5 years' previous experience in food production or management
- must have a Serve Safe certification or become certified within 90 days of hire date
- must have basic knowledge of food preparation procedures and proper dining room service etiquette
- knowledge of related health department regulations and food service operations
- basic knowledge of Microsoft Office
- strong organizational, oral, and written communication skills
- self-motivated with ability to work with minimal supervision
- results oriented
- customer service orientation
- a proven team player
- physically able to bend, reach, push, pull, lift 40-50 pounds, and stand for extended periods
- ability to work in hot and humid environments for extended times
- 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 action items to relevant directors
- demonstrates attention to detail with regard to food quality, presentation, and dining room environmental standards
- develops and maintains food service quality, objectives, and standards
- prepares all monthly food service reports
- maintains food and supply expenses to budget or forecast
- places orders for food and supplies through authorized vendors
- completes physical food and supply inventories prior to placing orders
- plans, develops, organizes, implements, evaluates, and directs the operations in food and beverage services
- makes written and oral reports and recommendations to the Executive Director concerning the operations of the food service department
- maintains daily log of freezer, refrigeration, dishwasher, sink, and food holding temperatures
- assures that the kitchen is maintained in a clean and safe manner
- supports community sales efforts with catering agendas and provides catering services for community-wide programs and private resident affairs
- follows all emergency procedures and safety policies
- ensures a 72-hour emergency food and water supply
- exhibits enthusiasm for working with seniors
- is creative, energetic, patient, flexible, encouraging, and team oriented
- displays patience, tact, enthusiasm, and a cheerful disposition with team members and residents
- promotes community values positively
- maintains confidentiality of resident care information
- manages departmental staffing and labor costs
- recruits, orients, trains, and evaluates culinary staff
- assures dining room services provider performance per contract
- oversees culinary services calendar for holidays and special events
- performs other duties as necessary and appropriate
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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