Director of Culinary Services
$85.93k - $104.77kACTS Retirement-Life Communities
Food Services Position Type:
Full-Time 726 Loveville Road US-DE-Hockessin Overview
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We strongly believe in providing our team members with great benefits, such as tuition reimbursement, commuter benefits, scholarship awards, professional development programs, university partnerships, referral and discount programs, appreciation events, wellness initiatives, and much more!
Acts is currently seeking qualified candidates for our Director of Culinary Services position.
In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the culinary program and ensuring compliance with all Federal, State, and local regulations. The director is empowered to create an unbridled culture and environment that encourages teamwork, pride, and a winning attitude. Responsible for driving recruitment and retention within the department, as well as budgeting and accounting functions.
RequirementsThe ideal candidate will meet the following requirements:
- Degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, Business, or Nutrition
- ServeSafe Certification (preferred)
- Minimum of five years' leadership experience in a full-service restaurant, catering, healthcare, country club/hotel, or cruise line environment
Team members are eligible for a generous benefit package including health benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision), flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability programs, 401(k) plan (with 4% company match after one year of employment), paid time off and holidays, and much more! Eligibility may vary based on status.
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Acts Retirement-Life Communities is one of the largest not-for-profit owners, operators, and developers of resort-style continuing care senior living communities, including independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing. The Acts family proudly consists of 28 communities in 9 states, and over 8,500 team members. Acts provides residents with a lifestyle that includes on-campus conveniences, services, and amenities such as casual and fine dining venues, beauty salons, fitness centers, security, healthcare, activity programs, and much more. Our team members are inspired by a culture of Loving-Kindness, and we are fully committed to appreciating the array of backgrounds and talents demonstrated by our team members.
Acts is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, non-disqualifying disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Acts is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our hiring process.
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