Director of Dining Experience (Chef Manager) at Senior Living Residences

Bourne, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jun, 26

Salary

70000.0

Posted On

24 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Culinary Arts, Restaurant Service, Food Safety, Inventory Management, Budget Management, Food Preparation, Supervision, Team Leadership, Customer Service, Event Setup, Cleanliness Oversight, Communication

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Director of Dining Experience (Chef Manager) Bourne, Massachusetts Cape Cod Senior Residences’ caring and compassionate Dining team members provide superior customer service and offer a gourmet dining experience to 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 [https://topworkplaces.com/award/boston/2024/] and #35 in the nation by USA Today! Cape Cod Senior Residences is located at 100 Dr. Julius Kelley Lane, Bourne, MA. Learn more about Cape Cod Senior Residences here [https://www.seniorlivingresidences.com/communities/cape-cod-assisted-living/]. PAY & BENEFITS: Annual salary starting at $70,000 Our comprehensive standard benefits program starts on the day of hire and includes paid time off, holiday pay, health through Blue Cross Blue Shield, 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. * Extensive professional development and education programs, including the opportunity to become a Certified Dementia Practitioner WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING? The Director of Dining Experience at Cape Cod Senior Residences in Bourne, MA, 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. -- Senior Living Residences (SLR) is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities for all Job Applicants and our Associates. We aim to attract and retain a diverse staff. SLR honors each associate’s (and resident’s) experiences, perspectives, and unique identities. Each of our communities strives to create and maintain a living and working environment that is inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. We are proud to have adopted SAGECare’s LGBTQ Cultural Competency training program, which teaches our associates about the unique needs, cultures and concerns of LGBTQ+ older adults and promotes an inclusive workplace for all. Employment decisions at SLR are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or the result of genetic testing or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. In addition, The Community complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, re-hire, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Responsibilities

The Director of Dining Experience is responsible for the entire culinary department operation, including training staff, managing inventory and budget, and overseeing food preparation and service for residents. This role ensures a gracious dining experience by maintaining the cleanliness and smooth functioning of the kitchen and dining room.