Director of Dietary/Executive Chef

About Us: The Center at Park West is a skilled nursing facility that serves patients needing physical rehabilitation and/or complex nursing care. Our highly qualified, caring staff provides care in a beautiful, hotel like atmosphere to help our patients achieve strength and functionality. Skilled-nursing care, family involvement, psychological care and discharge planning complement a well-rounded, individualized program and encourages each patient’s transition to their highest functional level. With state of the art equipment and unparalleled comfort and amenities, our physician-driven care plan is designed to maximize the quality of our care.

Why Join Our Team? We offer beautiful, state of the art facilities Physician driven care plans designed to maximize the quality of care We offer an environment that encourages team involvement and fosters new ideas Tuition Reimbursement Programs may be available for qualified candidates Excellent pay Generous PTO packages for full time employees 401k employer matching up to 4% Medical, dental, vision, along with the other ancillary benefits for full time employees(with little to no waiting period)

Job Description: The primary responsibility of the Dietary Director/Executive Chef to plan, coordinate and manage the Dietary department and to facilitate an extraordinary culinary experience for our patients while adhering to their dietary needs.

Job Duties and Responsibilities: Responsible for the hiring, training, scheduling, disciplining and management of all dietary staff Manages inventory, the purchasing of food, supplies and uniforms for the kitchen Plans and prepares daily menus, along with customized meal plans to fulfill dietary needs of patients Interacts with patients, family members, Registered Dietician, departmental Directors and staff on a daily basis Manages the dietary department and staffing within the budget Maintains a clean, safe and effective work environment Works and assists in the kitchen as needed Handles complaints/issues in a timely manner Performs administrative duties as required by the position Monitor the facility’s survey reports and assist in developing plans of action to correct potential or identified problem areas Maintains federal, state and local Department of Health regulations at all times regarding sanitation and safety in all areas of food service operation Works closely with the Registered Dietician as well as departmental Directors Prepares meals for company meetings and events Follows company policies and procedures

Qualifications: Minimum 2 years’ experience in a culinary leadership position in skilled nursing facility (preferred) Excellent communication skills and the ability to have difficult conversations while maintaining compassion Must be self-motivated and have excellent follow-through Have the ability to multi task and keep a calm demeanor even in chaotic situations Must be able to maintain confidential information Be a champion of positivity and high morale Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug test