Director of Culinary Services
Description
Join Silverado Bellingham, a memory care innovator ranked in the top 10 nationwide by Fortune Magazine Best Workplaces in Aging Services. Since 1997, Silverado has delivered exceptional care to individuals with neurodegenerative conditions. We're a certified Great Place to Work and proud to offer competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities.
We're hiring a Director of Culinary Services - a passionate and experienced leader who brings excellence, creativity, and heart to our dining experience. This role blends hospitality, leadership, and purpose to ensure our residents enjoy nutritious, delicious meals in a warm and welcoming environment.
Be a leader with a memory care innovator!
You lead with heart, vision, and integrity. You're dependable, detail-oriented, and thrive in a collaborative environment. You're passionate about food, service, and enhancing the lives of others through meaningful dining experiences.
What You'll Be Doing:
• Oversee the overall operation of the Culinary Department, ensuring high standards in food quality, safety, and service • Lead and inspire a team of culinary professionals through coaching, training, and performance management • Collaborate with other departments to support resident wellness and engagement through dining • Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and company policies • May require flexibility to work outside regular hours based on business needs
Qualifications:
High school diploma, GED, or educational equivalent required Food Safety Certification (SERVSafe or equivalent) required A.A. degree in culinary arts preferred Effective communicator in verbal and written English Five years of food and hospitality management experience (e.g., restaurants, country clubs, senior living) Two years of supervisory experience, including coaching, performance feedback, and team development Reliable transportation to meet attendance and punctuality standards Must demonstrate passion and ability to work with individuals with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia Experience in Independent and Assisted Living communities preferred
Some other things to consider:
Flexible schedule, including weekends Active role: walking, bending, lifting (up to 50 lbs.) Must be comfortable with animals and neurodegenerative conditions Valid driver's license and clean driving record required
Why Choose Silverado?
Fortune Magazine Best Workplace in Aging Services Certified Great Place to Work for seven consecutive years Strong internal mobility and ongoing training
Silverado offers the following benefits to eligible employees:
401(k) matching Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Paid time off Tuition reimbursement and professional development assistance Referral program Other amazing benefits such as Pet Insurance, Auto and Home Insurance and Discount Programs!
California Employees: For roles requiring driving, the driving requirement has been deemed essential to the performance of this role due to specific business necessity. Supporting documentation is maintained by Silverado and is available for review upon request to ensure compliance with California law.
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Employment offers are contingent on background check, drug screening, physical, and TB testing (if applicable).
Silverado uses E-Verify to confirm work authorization with both the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security
EOE/M/F/D/V
Transforming Lives At Silverado we believe dignity and respect are two of the most valuable commodities in the world. There is no higher praise for us than the smile of a happy patient, the thanks of a relieved client, or the revitalized embrace of an engaged resident. Our commitment to caring is something shared by every member of the Silverado family, and it forms the framework for how we operate. There is no exaggeration in saying that we want to change the world and raise its expectations for our industry.
Silverado team members choose to join our family based on their desire to be a part of something that makes lives better. In many cases they have experience with close family members requiring additional levels of care, so they understand the challenges and concerns that come with entrusting a loved one's care to another.
From our executives to our nurses, from culinary staff to administrators, there is a common core belief:
Everyone deserves a good quality of life.
This is the culture of Silverado, and it has helped us bring greater respect and dignity to every life we touch.