Culinary Director

Harmony Gardens a Cassia community is hiring a Culinary Director to join our team! This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on leader who is passionate about creating exceptional dining experiences and leading a strong culinary team. At Harmony Gardens youll work in a welcoming resident-focused environment where your leadership creativity and commitment to quality are truly valued.

As the Culinary Director you will oversee the daily operations of the department to ensure high-quality meals and outstanding service for our residents. Youll collaborate with our dietitian team to develop enticing nutritious menus supervise and train culinary staff manage scheduling and inventory and ensure regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate brings prior food service leadership experience strong organizational and communication skills and a passion for serving older adults while building an engaged high-performing team.

Position Type:Full-Time

Pay Range:$32 - $37/ hour depending on experience.

Location:1438 County Road C East Maplewood MN 55109

Culinary Director Responsibilities:

• Ensure appropriate nutritional care is provided to all residents.
• Coordinate with home office dietitians to plan meals at the campus.
• Oversee daily operations of the Culinary Services department.
• Guarantee meals snacks and supplements are planned prepared and served to residents in a pleasant atmosphere.
• Complete nutritional interviews with residents.
• Hire train supervise and manage the culinary staff.
• Promote special food events (Thanksgiving Christmas Easter etc.) for residents and guests.
• Perform additional tasks as required.

• Culinary Arts degree preferred
• 3 years experience as lead chef in a hospitality or health care environment
• Current Food Protection Manager (CFPM) - must obtain within first 90 days of employment
• 3 years leadership experience in food service management
• Knowledge of food allergies modified textures therapeutic diets and diseases related to nutrition
• Knowledge of computer applications
• Knowledge of local state and federal food service regulations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Competitive Pay with experience-based raises
• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness (site-specific)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & 403(b)/401(k) with Employer Match
• Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical Dental Vision Disability Life Insurance) for Full-Time Employees
• Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members
• Pet Insurance
• Metropass Discounted Bus Pass

About Us:
Located just two miles from Maplewood Mall Hazelwood Park Harvest Park and a variety of dining and shopping options Harmony Gardens offers a beautiful state-of-the-art senior living campus designed to meet the evolving needs of older adults. Our continuum of care includes independent living assisted living memory care skilled nursing and long-term care creating a vibrant community where residents can thrive and employees can build meaningful careers.

Cassia is a nonprofit mission-driven senior care organization with over 200 years of experience. As a Cassia community we are dedicated to fostering fullness of life for older adults by providing compassionate high-quality care.Our Service Standards of Respect Excellence Integrity Stewardship Compassion Collaboration Unity and Innovation are the bedrock of all that we do.We value inclusivity collaboration and professional growth ensuring our employees feel supported in their careers. To learn more visit our website: us and become part of a nonprofit organization that truly makes a difference!

Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.