Culinary Manager

**Job Title: Culinary Manager**

**Company**: The Regency of Lakefield Retirement Home

**Location**: Lakefield, Ontario

**Position Type**: Full-time

**About Us**:
The Regency of Lakefield Retirement Home is an independent senior living community committed to providing an exceptional lifestyle for our residents. Nestled in the heart of Lakefield, we take pride in delivering outstanding care, fostering community engagement, and offering satisfying dining experiences. Come and join the new management team. We are currently seeking a skilled and visionary Culinary Manager/Chef to lead our culinary team and elevate the dining experiences for our residents.

**Job Summary**:
As the Culinary Manager, you will be at the forefront of creating an unparalleled culinary experience that aligns with our commitment to excellence. This role requires a dynamic leader who can inspire a team, develop innovative menus, and ensure that every dining experience is a celebration of flavor, nutrition, and sophistication.

**Responsibilities**:
1. **Menu Innovation**: Develop and execute innovative, nutritionally balanced menus that cater to the diverse preferences and dietary needs of our senior residents.

2. **Leadership and Team Development**: Lead, mentor, and motivate the culinary team to achieve culinary excellence, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment. Training and developing staff members to enhance their culinary skills. Scheduling staff to ensure appropriate coverage. Ensuring food preparation and cooking processes are executed efficiently and to the highest standards.

3. **Quality Assurance**: Oversee all aspects of food preparation, presentation, and service, ensuring the highest standards of quality and adhering to health and safety regulations.

4. **Collaboration**: Work closely with dietary and care staff to accommodate special dietary requirements and preferences, fostering strong cross-functional collaboration.

5. **Budget Management**: Manage and optimize the culinary department budget, demonstrating financial acumen and resourcefulness. Strong organizational skills to maintain inventory levels and manage kitchen operations effectively

6. **Innovation**: Stay informed about culinary trends, industry best practices, and emerging technologies to continually enhance the dining experiences for residents.

**Qualifications**:
1. **Culinary Expertise**: Proven experience as a Culinary Manager/Chef in a senior living or upscale hospitality setting.

2. **Menu Development**: Ability to design and implement diverse menus with a focus on nutrition, flavor, and presentation.

3. **Leadership Skills**: Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with a passion for fostering a positive and collaborative work culture.

4. **Sanitation and Safety**: In-depth knowledge of and commitment to maintaining a safe and sanitary kitchen environment. Adhering to all health and safety regulations

5. **Customer Focus**: Understanding of the unique culinary needs of senior residents and a commitment to delivering exceptional dining experiences. Collaborating with other departments to ensure smooth operations and guest satisfaction. Excellent customer service skills to ensure guest satisfaction

**How to Apply**:
If you are an accomplished Culinary Manager or Chef with a passion for creating extraordinary culinary experiences for seniors, we invite you to apply. Please submit your resume, some portfolio photos of your culinary creations, and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience through Indeed.

The Regency of Lakefield Retirement Home is an equal opportunity employer and encourages individuals from all backgrounds to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Kitchen Management: 1 year (preferred)

**Language**:

- English (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Smart Serve (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

- Lakefield, ON K0L 2H0 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Lakefield, ON K0L 2H0: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person