Director Of Culinary Services

DIRECTOR OF CULINARY SERVICES

Amica Bayview Village

Full Time

At Amica we are united in our purpose to provide the best care in Senior Living in a supportive environment. We are setting a new standard for senior living in Canada by combining unparalleled premium hospitality and amenities with expert care and support to deliver a personalized senior living experience. We are committed to enriching the lives of seniors now and as their needs change, and offer Independent Living (IL), Assisted Living (AL) and Memory Care (MC) lifestyle options. Established in 1996, we own and operate 34 residences in British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario, and continue to grow in select markets. Find out how you can become part of a team where you belong and make a real impact every day.

A day in the life of a Director of Culinary Services:

You will be responsible for the smooth operation of all aspects of dining services within the Community to provide an exceptional dining experience to the Residents. You will foster outstanding teamwork and motivation and provide strong leadership to your team.

The successful incumbent will ensure that the luxuries Amica promise is delivered to our residents in the quality of the food and service we provide to them each and every day. You will be responsible for the nutritional and dietary needs that ensure the well-being of our residents. As the Director of Culinary Services, you will be a dynamic, customer focused, self-starting leader with excellent communication skills and an eye for detail.

You will also be responsible for all aspects of the employee process including employee development, hiring, payroll administration, and scheduling. As a member of the management team, you will also participate in community operations including rotating duty manager shifts, program development budgets and resident relations.

How do I qualify?

You Must Have

• 5 years progressive experience in a variety of dining environments
• Food Handling Certificate
• Minimum 3 years supervisory experience in a fine dining service environment
• Red Seal Cook’s Qualification Certificate
• Smart Serve or other approved alcohol service Certificate

What We Are Looking For

• Detail oriented, with good organizational abilities
• Ability to work in a flexible environment to meet the needs of the residents, including weekend and holiday coverage, as required
• Strong problem solving and decision making skills
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, and electronic systems
• Strong service orientation with demonstrated knowledge of all types of formal dining room service
• Proven leadership abilities; approachable and diplomatic decision making style.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and respond with a sense of urgency when required
• Previous hotel experience in a fine dining property
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; team player skilled with motivating and coaching others

Position Vacant Until Filled

At Amica Senior Lifestyles we are passionate about working together in a supportive and inclusive environment that fosters innovation and turns ideas into action. We remain committed to creating workplaces that reflect the communities in which we operate. We are actively seeking applicants from all religions and ethnicities, LGBTQ2s+, Black, Indigenous, racialized people, and persons with disabilities and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply for our positions.

Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the Bona-fide requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known when contacted.

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