Culinary Director

Care with Heart. Work with Purpose.

Come join our awesome team as a Culinary Director at The Homestead at Rochester!
The Homestead at Rochester is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare affiliate of the Volunteers of America parent organization.

As a compassionate organization, we’re dedicated to serving others and fostering an environment where both our residents and team members thrive. If you’re ready to grow your career while making a difference, we’d love to connect with you.

Compensation: $69,000-$89,000 based on years of experience.
Shift: M-F days with occasional on-call

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Supportive, caring leadership that truly values your voice
• A positive, team-oriented environment where you can rely on one another
• A beautiful, welcoming campus you’ll enjoy coming to each day
• Opportunities for career growth and ongoing development
• Purpose-driven work that makes a meaningful difference every day

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 403(b) with discretionary contribution
• Paid Time Off + Personal Days
• Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness incentives (earn up to $350)
• Get paid early (access up to 50% of earnings)
• Referral bonuses & scholarship opportunities

What You Bring (Requirements)

• Qualified Dietitian, or other nutrition-related Bachelor’s Degree, or successful completion of state-approved food service management course (Certified Dietary Manager or Dietary Technician).
• Experience with food preparation in a long-term care setting.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Oversees Dietary department and ensures department is meeting the highest standard attainable in accordance with State and Federal regulations.
• Directs and oversees all resident nutritional needs planning and programs.
• Responsible for designated nutritional aspects of resident care planning, including attending and participating in resident care conferences, to include Quarterly, Annual, and Initial Assessments, completing MDS (nutritional section), nutritional assessments, and all documentation necessary for compliance with State and Federal Regulations.
• Coordinates dietary services with Nursing Department goals concerning individual resident nutritional needs in accordance with physician orders.
• Oversee and delegate the updating of all resident nutritional information, as needed.
• Oversees food preparation and serving of regular and therapeutic meals on designated shifts; monitors food temperatures, portion control, palatability and attractiveness; inspects special diet trays for conformance to physician’s diet orders prior to delivery.
• Oversee and/or delegate the observation of meal service dining areas; obtains resident feedback on food quality, taste, appearance, temperature and service.
• Interviews, and hires department personnel; supervises orientation; counsels and/or disciplines employees on infractions of established rules; partners with Human Resources to terminate employees when needed.
• Conducts performance evaluations and recommends wage changes.
• Schedules Dietary Staff to maintain budgeted staff hours every two (2) weeks.

Plans, develops and executes facility and individual resident menus in conjunction with Dietician Dietary Consultant in accordance with State and Federal regulations; implements substitutions of menu items dependent upon seasonal availability, individual preferences and principles of economy.

About Us
The Rochester Rehab & Living Center is a welcoming community located on The Homestead at Rochester campus. Our team of specially trained nurses, rehabilitation therapists, and long term care professionals are dedicated to supporting each resident’s health and wellbeing, whether for short term stays or ongoing care.  Nestled along the rolling bluffs of the Zumbro River’s south fork in Southeast Minnesota, the community offers peaceful natural surroundings while still being just minutes from the heart of Rochester—a vibrant area known for its strong healthcare presence, welcoming neighborhoods, and access to shopping, dining, and cultural amenities.

At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations’ shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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