Culinary Director - Full Time

Sunridge Assisted Living is looking for a culinary leader who can prepare and cook meals, teach their team to be great cooks, and manage a clean and sanitary kitchen.  Culinary education and/or experience is required.

Position Responsibilities:

1.  Food Quality & Presentation

Consistently serving high-quality, visually appealing meals that meet or exceed resident expectations.

• Implement a regular training program for the kitchen staff on food presentation techniques.

• Conduct weekly tastings to gather feedback from residents about food quality.

• Establish and monitor food presentation standards that align with best practices in the industry.

2. Cook Crew Supervision and Growth

Supervise and lead a motivated cook crew that continually improves their skills and teamwork.

• Schedule monthly team-building activities to enhance cooperation among the crew.

• Create individual development plans for each team member to focus on skill enhancements.

• Conduct performance reviews every six months to assess growth and set future goals.

3. Kitchen Cleanliness and Sanitation

Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen as evident by passing health inspections and maintaining high hygene standards.

• Establish a daily cleaning checklist to ensure all areas are maintained properly.

• Train the kitchen staff on best practices for food safety and sanitation.

• Schedule regular audits to assess compliance with cleanliness standards.

• Inspect inventory and storage areas to manage waste and maximize utilization.