Culinary Director

Full Time Culinary Director

Ecumen Lakeshore, located at 40th Avenue East and London Road in Duluth, MN, is a trusted name in senior housing and care, with a non-profit legacy spanning 93 years. Our campus overlooks the scenic shores of Lake Superior and offers a full continuum of care, including 40 assisted living, 20 memory care apartments, and 100 independent living apartments. We are committed to providing quality care and creating an environment where residents can thrive. Be part of our dedicated team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents.

About Us:

Join Ecumen, a leading nonprofit senior living provider committed to advocating for older adults through exceptional housing, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. With over 160 years of experience, we proudly rank as Minnesota's 8th largest senior living organization. Be part of a team that makes a meaningful impact, supporting our mission to serve older adults, while fostering inclusivity and belonging in everything we do.

The targeted salary range for this job is $66,000 - $85,000 annually.

Ecumen considers a variety of factors when determining new hire pay including experience, qualifications, and, when applicable, certifications, licenses, and education.

Ecumen offers a comprehensive benefits package to our full-time team members including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life & disability insurance, paid time off benefits (PTO and Sick & Safe Time), a generous 6% 401(k) match, and other well-being resources. Learn more at https://www.ecumen.org/find-a-career/benefits/

The Culinary Director is responsible for managing the preparation and service of meals, ordering the food, planning menus and supervising staff. This position is also responsible for all aspects of food service and managing the staff.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

1. Ensures quality meals are prepared, cooked, and served to residents, families, guests and employees.
2. Oversees department staffing including hiring, training and mentoring of dining team members as well as maintaining adequate staffing.
3. Creates menus that enhance the dining experience for the people we serve using their knowledge of nutrition and special diets and input from residents. Menus are prepared in advance and reviewed by a Registered Dietitian.
4. Guarantees food and supply inventory levels are monitored and oversees the food and supply ordering.
5. Manages the annual budget for the dining department and operates the work area within this budget.
6. Partners with department leaders to maintain awareness of facility special events and activities to ensure adequate product and labor are available.
7. Ensures the staff maintain a clean and sanitary work area. Complies with state and federal rules and regulations, follows established policies, procedures and practices of the facility.
8. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• High School Graduate or GED
• Certified Food Protection Manager in accordance with MN Department of Health or eligible within 90-days of hire
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident's Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Dietary Manager in accordance with Minnesota Department of Health
• Food service management experience
• Previous experience in providing food service management in a senior living environment.
• Previous experience in inventory control, food cost analysis, menu planning, event planning.