Culinary Director

Job Description

Job Description

Join WesleyLife and Help Revolutionize the Aging Experience!

As the Culinary Director with Hearthstone, you will be responsible for:

• Provide leadership in the fine dining experience, hospitality, customer service and resident choice in all dining venues of Hearthstone.
• Assist in all phases of planning, budgeting analysis and reporting related to the operation as well as controls account expenditures and develops short and long term financial and operational plans.
• Provide administrative direction for menu formulation, food preparation and service, purchasing, sanitation standards, safety practices and personnel utilization.
• Plan, develop, control and evaluate nutritional care system for entire community in order to coordinate clinical and administrative aspects of dietetics to provide quality nutritional care. Establish and maintains quality standards of food production and service, sanitation, safety, and security.
• Direct the recruiting, hiring, orientation, and training of new staff, conduct staff performance evaluations, as well as document disciplinary actions, termination recommendations, and work-related problems.
• Direct the ordering, receipt, storage, preparation, service and transportation of food items. Direct and coordinate additional group special meals or functions.
• Plan a 5-week cycle menu that meets the recommended dietary allowance.

Qualifications:

• 3 years experience in management of multiple dining venues
• Proficient with MS Windows, Excel, and Printshop
• CDM preferred

Community Location: 1742 Main St Pella, IA 50219

What We Offer

We know a great career is about more than just a paycheck — it's about belonging, growth, and making a difference.  At WesleyLife, we provide: 

Health & Wellness:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including health care, vision, dental, and 401(k).
• Free wellness center memberships
• Voluntary benefits including life, accident, and critical illness coverage

Education & Career Growth:

• Scholarship Assistance: Up to $3,000/year
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $1,500/year
• Educational Discounts: 18% off tuition at Purdue University Global
• Ongoing leadership training and development pathways

Extra Perks:

• Referral Bonus Program — bring your friends and earn = FT $500, PT $350, PRN $100; 30 and 90 days
• Recognition and appreciation programs that highlight your impact
• A workplace culture that prioritizes respect, teamwork, and support

Hearthstone, located in the heart of Pella, Iowa, is a WesleyLife Community for Healthy Living offering a comprehensive range of services including independent living, assisted living, memory support, short-term rehabilitation, and long-term nursing care across three distinct campuses. Embracing a ministry approach, Hearthstone focuses on enhancing residents' lives through engagement, respect, compassion, and joy. We feature an award-winning household model with 16 residents in each home engaging with one another and our greater community. With a commitment to community integration and celebrating the wisdom of aging, Hearthstone invites residents to live purposefully and enjoy a true sense of family and home.

See more about our amazing community here: WesleyLife Hearthstone - The Cottages

Why Choose WesleyLife?

At WesleyLife, you're not just starting a job — you're joining a purpose-driven community where your well-being, growth, and impact truly matter. With nearly 80 years of excellence in serving older adults, we empower our team members to thrive while making meaningful connections and changing lives every day.

WesleyLife is proud to be recognized as one of Senior Care’s Best Places to Work by WeCare Connect! We’re committed to a workplace where every team member is seen, heard, and appreciated.

Ready to Make a Difference?

We’re excited to meet people who share our passion for service, wellness, and community.

Apply today and help us continue to revolutionize the aging experience — the WesleyLife Way.

WesleyLife believes in welcoming all people to our team and is an equal opportunity employer. Because of our commitment to your health and well-being, you will be required to successfully complete a pre-hire health assessment, drug screen, and tobacco screen prior to beginning employment