Culinary Director

Lifespace Communities

$74K — $102K *
Tyler, TX 75703In-Person
Hospitality & Recreation
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
  • 8-10 years of experience managing a culinary department.
  • State Certified in Safe Food Handling and Sanitation (if applicable).
  • Certified Dietary Manager preferred.
  • Food Handler certification required within 60 days of hire (if applicable).

Responsibilities

  • Ensure resident satisfaction with quality menu items and hospitality services.
  • Develop and implement strategic plans for community culinary operations.
  • Manage annual budget including labor, operations, inventory, and capital expenses.
  • Maintain and update electronic systems for menu development, timekeeping, and sales.
  • Serve on various committees to enhance resident engagement and quality assurance.

Benefits

  • Personalized growth and learning opportunities.
  • Engaging team environment.
  • Focus on delivering exceptional resident experiences.
  • Access to industry-standard training and development programs.
Full Job Description
Community:
Meadow Lake

Address:
16044 CR 165

Tyler, Texas 75703

Pay Range
$74,400.00-$102,400.00+ Annual

A few details about the role:
  • Ensure resident satisfaction levels are achieved by offering quality menu items and hospitality services.
  • Provide leadership and vision by developing strategic plans. Implement Lifespace Communities and community strategic plans, evaluate progress and measure results.
  • Develop and operate within annual budget which includes but is not limited to labor, operations, inventory, and capital.
  • Maintain and update electronic tracking systems which include menu development software, timekeeping system, bill pay, and point of sale program.
  • Participate and serve on resident culinary committee, quality assurance committee, safety and risk management committee, other assigned committees, and department director meetings.


And here's what you need to apply:
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
  • Eight to ten years of managing a culinary department experience.
  • State Certified in Safe Food Handling and Sanitation where applicable
  • Certified Dietary Manager preferred.
  • Food Handler certification obtained within 60 days of hire as required by state guidelines, if state certification program exists


If you are excited to learn and grow, be excellent, thrive with your team and deliver personalized experiences you'll enjoy your career with us!

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