About this opportunity
Center-At-Park-Wes lists this Director of Dietary/Executive Chef opportunity in pueblo, Colorado. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
The Center at Park West is looking for a full time Executive Chef to join their team!This position requires availability to work on the weekends or on call as needed.About UsThe 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 facilitiesPhysician driven care plans designed to maximize the quality of careWe offer an environment that encourages team involvement and fosters new ideasTuition Reimbursement Programs may be available for qualified candidatesExcellent payGenerous PTO packages for full time employees401k 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 staffManages inventory, the purchasing of food, supplies and uniforms for the kitchenPlans and prepares daily menus, along with customized meal plans to fulfill dietary needs of patientsInteracts with patients, family members, Registered Dietician, departmental Directors and staff on a daily basisManages the dietary department and staffing within the budgetMaintains a clean, safe and effective work environmentWorks and assists in the kitchen as neededHandles complaints/issues in a timely mannerPerforms administrative duties as required by the positionMonitor the facility’s survey reports and assist in developing plans of action to correct potential or identified problem areasMaintains federal, state and local Department of Health regulations at all times regarding sanitation and safety in all areas of food service operationWorks closely with the Registered Dietician as well as departmental DirectorsPrepares meals for company meetings and eventsFollows company policies and proceduresMinimum 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 compassionMust be self-motivated and have excellent follow-throughHave the ability to multi task and keep a calm demeanor even in chaotic situationsMust be able to maintain confidential informationBe a champion of positivity and high moraleMust pass a pre-employment background check and drug test
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Worksite address
pueblo, CO, 81004, US
Who can apply
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