Director of Culinary Services

Are you looking for a fun and challenging opportunity to combine knowledge, experience, and creativity to improve the well-being of older adults through the Culinary Services Profession? We are seeking an energetic, highly motivated, and passionate Director of Culinary Services to join our dedicated team of professionals in an innovative and friendly environment. Who is The Bluffs? We are a 132-bed non-profit skilled nursing facility governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. Our vision is to be a leader in the pursuit of healthcare excellence, the preferred choice for nursing & rehabilitative care, and a highly sought-out employer to healthcare professionals. We are NOT your typical nursing home! We put an emphasis on resident individuality, independence, and social well-being while providing our residents with care 24 hours per day, 7 days a week, 365 days per year. Your Role as

Director of Culinary Services:

The Director of Culinary Services is responsible for planning, organizing, developing, and directing the overall operation of the Culinary Services department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, Board policies and procedures, and the regulations that govern the long-term care industry.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Oversees menu development, ordering, preparation, serving, and monitoring of all meals. Works closely with the consulting dietitian in the improvement of menus, special diets, alternative choices, etc. Obtains specific feedback, to ensure high-quality meals and diverse alternatives, from residents, resident family members, care coordinators, and Executive Director regarding nutrition and dining program, likes and dislikes, etc.; provides statistical data on food preferences and wastage. Oversees the dining services budget to ensure that expenditures are maintained within approved parameters. Performs human resource functions in department related to staffing, scheduling, performance, and time and attendance reconciliation. Supervises the staff of the dining services department. Assists with special events that involve food for residents, staff, and meetings. Maintains certifications as required and seeks additional certifications as needed. Serve on committees as assigned.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent (required). Bachelor's degree preferred. ServSafe Certification (required), or the ability to obtain one within 6 months. Current Food Handler's card (preferred). Dietary Manager Certificate, or currently working towards obtaining (preferred). Two years experience in a supervisory role, preferably in long-term care culinary services (preferred). Four years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience (required). What The Bluffs can offer you! As a Department Director, you'll be eligible for benefits beginning the month following hire date.

Our benefits package includes:

Health Insurance Dental and Vision Basic Life Insurance 1X Salary, paid by The Bluffs Long Term Disability 60% of Salary, paid by The Bluffs 401(k) Matching - Eligible after 1 year

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Paid Time Off Sick Time Off Equal Opportunity Employment:

Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/National Origin/Protected Veteran/Disability.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$24.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Shift:

8 hour shift

Experience:

Leadership:

4 years (Required)

License/Certification:

Certified Dietary Manager (Preferred) Food Handler Certification (Required) ServSafe (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Columbia, MO 65201: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person