Director Culinary Experience
Company: Cogir Management, USA Inc
Location: Burlington
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: THE COMPANY Cogir
Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, proudly oversees a
network of senior living communities spanning 11 states nationwide.
As a trusted leader in senior housing, we are dedicated to growth
while maintaining our commitment to exceptional care for our
residents and a supportive, growth-focused environment for our team
members. At Cogir, our culture is rooted in the core values of
human focus, creativity, and excellence, which inspire us to
continuously improve and achieve excellence in all we do. Join us
in our mission to enrich the lives of our residents while building
a meaningful and fulfilling career! WHAT WE OFFER Health, Dental,
Vision, and Life Insurance. 401K with company match. Paid Vacation,
Holidays, and Sick Leave. Employee Assistance Program, Generous
Employee Referral Program and more. POSITION SUMMARY The Director
of Culinary Experience (Executive Chef) oversees the community's
dining services operations and the dining experience of our
residents. This includes, but is not limited to, food procurement,
preparation, and service; menu development; financial management of
food, supplies, and labor budgets; hiring, training, and managing
dining services team members; inventory control and regulatory
compliance. If you seek a highly rewarding career where you can
make a difference every day and you're driven by excellence and
passion for serving others, then look no further and apply today!
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for the day-to-day operations and
staffing of the community kitchen and dining venues. Manages and
supervises all culinary services staff (BOH and FOH), including
scheduling, assignment, direction, performance review, hiring, and
corrective action consistent with company policy. Menu planning and
executing meal preparation and events, assisting staff with back
and front-of-the-house operations as needed. Maintain inventory
control of food, beverages, supplies, and equipment. Ensure that
all food is prepared, stored, and served according to company
standards and with state and/or local health code requirements.
Understand and maintain monthly and annual budgets for the culinary
services department, including producing written documentation of
monthly food, supplies, and labor spending. Collaborate with staff
and residents to plan and develop recipes and menus tailored to
residents' preferences and monthly budgets. Ensure resident and
family member satisfaction is maintained. Responsible for planning,
preparing, and executing special events and themed meals.
Requirements: CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS Education and
certifications: A Culinary degree is preferred, or a combination of
education and experience is required. Experience, Competencies, and
Skills: At least 5 years of hands-on experience in food
preparation. At least 3 years of progressive management experience
as an Executive Chef with an understanding of front-of-the-house
operations and service. Serve Safe Manager (Food Handler
Certification) with an understanding of kitchen sanitation and food
codes. Experience with restaurant openings is a plus. Experience
with special events and banquets is a plus. Successful history of
building teams and meeting financial goals. Creativity and
experience in menu development. Previous experience working in
Independent Living (IL), Assisted Living (AL), Memory Care (MC),
Senior Living, or hotel experience is a plus! Outstanding
communication skills and the ability to motivate. Compassion for
our residents and a strong passion for excellence.
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