$80,200 - $89,000 annually | Great benefits! Free onsite parking!
Era Living is seeking a Culinary Services Director to become the newest members of our Culinary Services Team located in our The Gardens at Town Square community, Bellevue WA. Available shifts will be scheduled Sunday - Thursday 10:30am - 07:00pm. (Hours may vary depending on needs of the department.)
Competitive Compensation/Benefits Package Includes:
- Medical/vision/prescription drug plan
- Dental plan
- Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance
- Long-Term Disability insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care
- 401(k) retirement plan with generous company match (eligibility contingent on age requirement)
- Progressive vacation package starting at 15 days per year
- 8 paid holidays per year; double pay for holidays worked
- 1 hour paid sick time for every 40 hours worked
- Employee Assistance Program
- Leadership bonuses
- Longevity bonuses
- Employee discount programs
- Discounted ORCA commuter pass
Primary Responsibilities:
This position is accountable for all aspects of Food Service operations to ensure the highest quality of food and service which includes the planning, preparation, and delivery of three meals per day, seven days per week. Oversees plans and manages all activities of the Food Service Department including menu development, food preparation and delivery, staff management and budget.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Thorough knowledge of food service management including menu planning, preparation and service, sanitation, nutrition, physical plant, and resident services
- Knowledge of, and ability to apply modern methods, materials, equipment and appliances used in large-scale food preparation
- Ability to plan, coordinate and direct the work of a large staff of cooks and food service helpers in food service operations
- Possess basic technical knowledge and ability to perform all aspects of food service administrative functions
- Knowledge of principles and practices of food service management, including food value and costs
- Proven supervisory skills
- Ability to perform cook duties when necessary
- Ability to read, write and communicate in English
- Ability to pass DSHS background check, required
Education and Experience:
- Culinary Arts Degree or Certification, preferred.
- 1 years of experience working as an Executive Chef or Sous Chef in a fine dining environment, required.
- 2 years managing all aspects of a food service department, required
- Supervisory skills, required
- ServSafe Certification or able to obtain within 30 days of hire, required
- Current food handlers permit, CPR, First Aid, and Alcohol Serving Certification
