Director of Culinary Services (Senior Living)

About Seaton Senior Living

Seaton Senior Living, part of the Discovery Senior Living family of companies, is a recognized industry leader in performance, innovation, and lifestyle personalization. As one of the nation's leading senior living operators, Seaton Senior Living serves nearly 2,000 residents across the Mid Atlantic. Our communities are located throughout the Mid Atlantic-including Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Virigina, and Maryland-where we are dedicated to creating exceptional experiences for our residents through operational excellence, personalized care, and a commitment to enriching lives every day.

Discover Your Purpose with Us at Seaton Towson!

As Director of Culinary Services, you'll play an essential role in enriching the lives of seniors, creating meaningful connections, and making a difference every single day.

Your Role:

As the Director of Culinary Services, your role includes providing both strategic oversight and hands-on leadership of the Culinary Services Department. This includes responsibility for menu planning, staffing, food quality, safety, and budget performance. You'll play a vital role in resident satisfaction by creating memorable dining experiences while ensuring operational excellence.

Position Highlights:

• Status: Full Time
• Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm; Manager on Duty rotation required
• Location: Fully on-site - Towson, MD
• Compensation: $65,000-$70,000
• Bonus Eligibility: Yes - Annual Bonus (10%)

Why You'll Love This Community:

Seaton Towson is a welcoming assisted living community in Towson, Maryland, offering personalized support in a warm, familiar setting designed to help residents feel comfortable and confident each day. As we prepare to welcome new residents back to our thoughtfully reimagined community, our attentive team members provide assistance with daily routines while encouraging independence, connection, and meaningful engagement.

For families comparing assisted living near Towson, Seaton Towson offers inviting suites, beautifully refreshed common areas, and a close-knit community atmosphere where residents feel genuinely supported. With chef-prepared meals, enriching daily programs, and scheduled transportation, life here is both engaging and reassuring - creating a true sense of belonging.

What You'll Do:

• Lead daily culinary operations while participating in meal preparation and service
• Plan and execute menus that meet resident dietary guidelines and preferences
• Monitor food quality, consistency, and presentation; implement improvements as needed
• Ensure compliance with sanitation, safety, and dietary standards
• Conduct food safety audits and quality assurance checks
• Oversee purchasing, inventory control, and vendor contracts
• Manage budgets, monitor costs, and take corrective action when needed
• Recruit, train, schedule, and evaluate culinary staff
• Lead orientation and in-service training programs for team members
• Engage with residents during mealtimes to ensure satisfaction and resolve concerns
• Collaborate with Executive Director and department heads to align food services with community goals

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of culinary leadership in high-volume, high-standard environments (e.g., country clubs, resorts, cruise ships)
• Hands-on experience leading kitchen operations, including cooking and staff oversight
• Food Safety Certification required
• Strong knowledge of sanitation, food handling, and loss prevention practices
• Culinary training or certification preferred
• Experience with menu engineering, cost controls, and vendor management
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and kitchen management systems
• Experience in senior living culinary services is a plus-but only if paired with demonstrated high service standards
• Ability to work in kitchen environments as needed
• Oversight of food safety audits and inspections
• Exposure to high-pressure operational deadlines
• Ability to lift or assist with kitchen operations as needed
• Participation in rotating on-call schedule or Manager on Duty (MOD) required

Why Join Us?

• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package - medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) and more for eligible positions
• Thrive in a purpose-driven environment that puts residents first
• Join a collaborative, supportive leadership team that values your voice
• Build meaningful connections and create lasting impact for residents and their loved ones

Benefits You'll Enjoy:

• Competitive wages
• Early access to earned wages before payday!
• Flexible scheduling options with full-time and part-time hours
• Paid time off and Holidays (full-time)
• Comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances (full-time)
• 401(K) with employer match
• Paid training
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Meals and uniforms
• Employee Assistance Program

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. EOE D/V

A Note to Applicants

This job description outlines the general nature and level of responsibilities for this role and is not an exhaustive list of all duties. Qualified individuals with disabilities, as defined by the ADA, must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, as determined on a case-by-case basis.

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