Culinary Director

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Live your purpose.  Grow your career. Thrive through teamwork. Create meaningful, personalized experiences.

At Lifespace, team members are at the center of delivering a purpose driven experience for our residents! We provide an environment where each team member can live their aspirations, developing in their career, making a difference, and being a part of a meaningful mission. Join our talented team culinary team as our new Director of Culinary today!

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

Lifespace has enjoyed over 40 years of success, and this is just the beginning. With new opportunities, continued growth, and the support from your Lifespace family get ready to ignite your life and experience Living Lifespace.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Lifespace Communities headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa and Dallas, Texas, is one of the nation's largest Senior Living providers of non-profit retirement communities. Lifespace employs over 4,500 team members and servers over 5,100 residents. The organization is committed to creating communities where people are empowered to live their aspirations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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!