Sonata Longwood

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 $62,600.00 - $99,900.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Catering discount
Employee assistance program
Professional development opportunities

Job Description

AgeWell Senior Living is a leading managed community dedicated to enhancing the lives of seniors through exceptional care and quality living environments. As a respected establishment in the senior living industry, AgeWell Senior Living prioritizes the holistic well-being of its residents by providing compassionate services and maintaining high standards across all facets of community life, including culinary services. The community prides itself on creating a welcoming and supportive atmosphere that encourages independence and social engagement among its residents. The facility operates with a commitment to excellence, safety, and compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations to ensure a safe... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Degree in culinary arts preferred
  • 3 to 5 years experience in food production or management
  • Serve Safe certification or ability to obtain within 90 days
  • Basic knowledge of food preparation procedures
  • Knowledge of dining room service etiquette
  • Familiarity with health department regulations
  • Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office and internet usage
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Good oral and written communication skills
  • Self-motivated with ability to work independently
  • Physical ability to bend, reach, push, pull, lift up to 50 pounds, and stand for long periods
  • Ability to work in hot or 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
  • Must have or obtain Serve Safe certification within 90 days of hire
  • Basic knowledge of food preparation procedures and dining room service etiquette
  • Familiarity with health department regulations related to food service operations
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
  • Strong organizational, oral, and written communication skills
  • Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision
  • Results oriented
  • Customer service oriented
  • Proven team player
  • Physically able to bend and reach
  • Physically able to push, pull, and lift up to 40-50 pounds
  • Physically able to stand for extended periods
  • Ability to work in a hot or humid environment
  • Ability to determine food quality and palatability 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 independent living communities and follows dietitian-approved menus for assisted living and memory care communities
  • Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local sanitation regulations
  • Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of all work areas
  • Conducts routine safety and sanitation inspections using self-inspection documents and communicates action items to management
  • 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 food and beverage operations
  • Makes written and oral reports to the Executive Director concerning the food service department operations
  • Maintains daily logs of freezer, refrigeration, dishwasher, and food holding temperatures
  • Assures kitchen cleanliness and safety
  • Supports community sales efforts with catering services for marketing events and private resident affairs
  • Follows all emergency procedures and safety policies
  • Ensures a 72-hour emergency food, water, and disposable supply
  • Exhibits enthusiasm for working with seniors and promotes community values
  • Maintains confidentiality of resident care information
  • Manages departmental staffing and labor costs including overtime
  • Recruits, orients, trains, and evaluates culinary services staff
  • Assures dining room service provider meets contract responsibilities
  • 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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