Director of Culinary Services

Join Silverado Bellingham, a memory care innovator ranked in the top 10 nationwide by Fortune Magazine Best Workplaces in Aging Services. Since 1997, Silverado has delivered exceptional care to individuals with neurodegenerative conditions. We’re a certified Great Place to Work® and proud to offer competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities.We’re hiring a Director of Culinary Services – a passionate and experienced leader who brings excellence, creativity, and heart to our dining experience. This role blends hospitality, leadership, and purpose to ensure our residents enjoy nutritious, delicious meals in a warm and welcoming environment.Be a leader with a memory care innovator!You lead with heart, vision, and integrity. You’re dependable, detail-oriented, and thrive in a collaborative environment. You’re passionate about food, service, and enhancing the lives of others through meaningful dining experiences.What You’ll Be Doing:Oversee the overall operation of the Culinary Department, ensuring high standards in food quality, safety, and serviceLead and inspire a team of culinary professionals through coaching, training, and performance managementCollaborate with other departments to support resident wellness and engagement through diningEnsure compliance with food safety regulations and company policiesMay require flexibility to work outside regular hours based on business needs

Qualifications

High school diploma, GED, or educational equivalent requiredFood Safety Certification (SERVSafe or equivalent) requiredA.A. degree in culinary arts preferredEffective communicator in verbal and written EnglishFive years of food and hospitality management experience (e.g., restaurants, country clubs, senior living)Two years of supervisory experience, including coaching, performance feedback, and team developmentReliable transportation to meet attendance and punctuality standardsMust demonstrate passion and ability to work with individuals with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementiaExperience in Independent and Assisted Living communities preferredSome other things to consider:Flexible schedule, including weekendsActive role: walking, bending, lifting (up to 50 lbs.)Must be comfortable with animals and neurodegenerative conditionsValid driver’s license and clean driving record requiredWhy Choose Silverado?Fortune Magazine Best Workplace in Aging Services™Certified Great Place to Work® for seven consecutive yearsStrong internal mobility and ongoing training Anticipated pay range: $80,000 USD - $85,000 USD Silverado offers the following benefits to eligible employees: 401(k) matchingHealth, Dental and Vision InsuranceFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Paid time offTuition reimbursement and professional development assistance Referral programOther amazing benefits such as Pet Insurance, Auto and Home Insurance and Discount Programs!* Silverado does not accept candidates from outside recruiters or agencies for this role. *California Employees: For roles requiring driving, the driving requirement has been deemed essential to the performance of this role due to specific business necessity. Supporting documentation is maintained by Silverado and is available for review upon request to ensure compliance with California law.To view California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) information, please visit this page: https://www.silverado.com/legal-disclaimers/#Consumer-Privacy-Act-DisclosureEmployment offers are contingent on background check, drug screening, physical, and TB testing (if applicable).Silverado uses E-Verify to confirm work authorization with both the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland SecurityEOE/M/F/D/V