Director of Dining Experience (Chef Manager)

Cambridge, Massachusetts

The Cambridge Homes' caring and compassionate Dining team members provide superior customer service and offer a gourmet dining experience for our senior residents. Our associates appreciate our safe, home-like, and fun work environment. We are proud to have been ranked #1 in The Boston Globe's 2024 List of Top Places to Work and #35 in the nation by USA Today! The Cambridge Homes is located at 360 Mount Auburn, Cambridge, MA. Learn more about The Cambridge Homes here.

AVAILABLE SHIFTS:
Full Time

PAY & BENEFITS
Annual rate starting at $80,000-$86,000, based on work experience

Our comprehensive standard benefits program starts on the day of hire and includes paid time off, holiday pay, health, dental, and vision insurance, disability coverage, complimentary life insurance and a pre-tax retirement savings plan with a company match. We also offer the following perks and incentives to all associates:

• DEI Initiatives - A regular opportunity for all associates to voice opinions and ideas to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion for the whole company!
• Generous bonus program for referring associates and or residents
• Retail discounts include cellphone plans, pet insurance, home & auto insurance, car rentals, identity theft protection, office supplies, concert & museum tickets, travel, shopping, and much more!
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to offset medical plan and health care expenses.
• Nationwide tuition rewards program.
• Free meal during scheduled shifts.
• Extensive professional development and education programs, including the opportunity to become a Certified Dementia Practitioner
• Commuter Benefits include pre-tax savings on public transportation passes and parking (conveniently located near Harvard red line Station, and along MBTA bus route 71 and 73)

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

The Director of Dining Experience is responsible for the entire operation of the culinary department, including the training and supervision of all department associates, maintaining inventory of food, supplies and equipment, managing the budget, preparing and serving food/refreshments, overseeing setup for all meals and special events, and ensuring the cleanliness and smooth functioning of the kitchen and dining room to provide a gracious dining experience for residents.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Degree in Culinary Arts or Restaurant Service, preferred
• Certification: Food Safety certification, required
• Experience: Previous experience cooking in a similar environment, working under pressure in a fast-paced setting; ability to lead a team effectively
• Physical requirements: Lifting trays and dishes, occasionally moving dining tables and furniture
• Communication: An ability to communicate effectively with residents and co-workers
• Punctuality & reliability - Our residents rely on us to assist them with their daily living activities and we expect our associates to deliver on this promise.

Not ready to apply just yet but have questions? Email us at [email protected].

Pay Range: $80,000 - $86,000 per year