Culinary Director – Lead, Create & Inspire

Looking for a Culinary Role with Creativity, Stability & Pride in Excellence?

Cambridge Senior Living is hiring a Culinary Director to lead a small, talented kitchen team in a fun, low-stress, and rewarding environment. We are a Best of Barron County award-winning community with citation-free state surveys, and we’re looking for a culinary leader who values quality, compliance, and teamwork.

Follow our already-created menus, mentor 2 full-time Sous Chefs and 1 part-time Chef, and bring joy to residents’ lives through fun cooking or baking classes!

Why You’ll Love This Job:

• 40-hour/week, Monday–Friday schedule
• 2–3 shifts/week in the kitchen (breakfast, lunch, or dinner)
• 2–3 shifts/week as office time or teaching culinary classes to residents
• Minimal weekends — only as needed
• Only work 1 holiday per year
• Flexible, supportive environment where creativity is encouraged
  
• Comprehensive benefits package including Paid Time Off, Health Insurance, Retirement options & More!

Your Role:

• Lead and mentor the culinary team to deliver scratch-made meals following pre-planned menus
• Maintain kitchen organization, safety, and compliance under DHS 83 regulations
• Manage inventory, weekly ordering, and budget
• Create and teach fun cooking or baking classes for residents
• Ensure meal quality, plating, and service excellence
• Be part of a leadership team that values accountability, professionalism, and resident satisfaction

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED (Culinary degree preferred)
• 2+ years commercial kitchen leadership experience
• ServSafe certified (or ability to obtain)
• Passion for scratch cooking, baking, and resident engagement
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Must be 18+

Bonus: Senior living experience, CBRF registry, CPR/AED, Alzheimer’s/Dementia care experience

Why Cambridge Senior Living?

• Balanced schedule with office and teaching days included
• Lead a small, collaborative team
• Opportunity to teach and engage residents creatively
• Best of Barron County award-winning community
• Citation-free state surveys and strong regulatory compliance
• Make a meaningful difference in residents’ daily lives

️ If you’re ready to lead a kitchen, inspire a team, and bring fun culinary experiences to seniors — apply today!