Director of Dietary Services
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Free uniforms
Health insurance
Paid time off
Training & development
Benefits/Perks
Competitive Pay
401(k) matching
Health, Dental, Vision and Other Insurance Offerings
Paid Time Off
Job Summary
Crossroads at Northglenn is looking for a hardworking Director of Dietary Services for our assisted living community. The qualified candidate will be responsible for the following: menu planning, meal preparation, purchasing, scheduling of staff, maintaining budgets, staff hiring and retention, and maintaining a clean cooking environment. You’ll make sure our kitchen is operating efficiently, making healthy delicious meals that also look visually appealing. Experience in food service is required. Experience in senior living is preferred.The ideal person for this job is a reliable team player, has experience in staff management and the ability to cook from scratch and prepare a variety of diets in accordance with State of Colorado regulations. Candidates must enjoy working in a fast-pace environment and have a desire to serve the elderly population.
Responsibilities
Create menus according to both the current season and resident research
Ready the kitchen with necessary tools and equipment
Prepare food and present it in an appealing manner
Schedule and supervise staff and delegate tasks to other team members
Maintain appropriate levels of inventory and restock when necessary
Follow all food safety regulations in accordance with State of Colorado
Qualifications
High school diploma/GED or equivalent preferred
Senior living experience preferred
ServSafe Dietary Manager certification preferred (required to get upon hire)
Must enjoy working with the elderly
Advanced understanding of State / Health Department regulations
Ability to maintain a weekly and monthly budget
Excellent work ethic, communication skills, time management skills, and attention to detail