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Employment type: Full-Time
Location: Louisville KY, 40202
Req ID: 2023-208639
Responsibilities

The Research and Development Chef acts as the expert in the innovation and development of recipes, menus, and ingredient selection. This individual improves internal processes and implements “best practices” through the use of technology and business applications. He/she assumes the role as the internal consultant for the Culinary Services subject software.

  • Use expertise to create, develop and test recipes, ingredients, and menus.
  • Develop standardized tools for the Company such as recipes, menus, and order guides for use at the communities by the Directors of Culinary Services (DCSs).
  • Partner with the Senior Vice President of Culinary and Engage Life, as well as the National Dietitian to create and maintain a recipe database that will include nutritional and costing information.      
  • Create and generate reporting tools used to gather data and statistics from the culinary menu, recipe, and purchasing database.
  • Manage the Culinary Services and Engage Life intranet web pages, ensuring that they are kept current and contain accurate documents and information.  
  • Act as the internal consultant for Recipe Management Software. Direct communities in the use of and implementation of the programs as well as in entering and gathering data for such programs.
  • Responsible for training new DCSs and Chefs on the use of the menu and recipe software.
  • Monitor the progress of assigned software providing data on the use and implementation of the programs. Create and generate reports on the progress of assigned programs as needed.
  • May perform other duties as needed and/or assigned.
Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or general education degree (GED).
  • Culinary education required.
  • Restaurant/Hospitality experience required. Knowledge of how commercial kitchens operate.
  • Two (2) or more years of cooking experience.
  • Experience and expertise in creating and developing recipes, menus, recipe and ingredient testing.
  • Computer savvy; able to quickly learn and become proficient in software programs.
  • Strong communication skills; excellent writing and editing skills.
  • Must have or be willing to get a COVID-19 vaccine, subject to legal requirements.

What’s the difference between a job and a meaningful, rewarding career? The people you serve. When you work at Atria, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What’s more, you are part of an extraordinary company – one that’s investing in the future of senior living by investing in you. Don’t just do a job. Be part of an extraordinary life.

 

Atria is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.  Atria will not tolerate harassment or discrimination based on any of these protected classifications.

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Interviews & Assessments
Your interview will be conducted by phone or in person with an Atria recruiter or hiring manager. This process may include additional interviews, reference checks and skill assessments.
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Offer Letter
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Job Details
Employment type: Full-Time
Location: Louisville KY, 40202
Community: Atria Senior Living
Req ID: 2023-208639

Benefits for Working at Atria Support Center

Competitive Pay
Competitive Pay

Atria provides competitive wages as we value employee contributions and commit to investing in our employees.

Paid Holidays & PTO
Paid Holidays & PTO

In addition to company observed holidays, we encourage our employees to take earned time off to refresh, recharge, and spend time with their loved ones.

Comprehensive Health Plans
Comprehensive Health Plans

After satisfying the waiting period, employees at Atria are eligible for an array of benefits including medical, vision, and dental coverage, company paid short term and long term disability, as well as other voluntary benefits such as critical illness coverage.

Career Advancement Opportunities
Career Advancement Opportunities

We promote approximately 1,500 people a year.  Share your professional aspirations with your manager, and together we will work to achieve them. Atria focuses on talent development and growth opportunities within.

Tuition Reimbursement
Tuition Reimbursement

Want to earn a degree or pursue a new certification? Our tuition reimbursement program provides full-time employees with up to $5,250 a year in support for approved courses toward degrees and certifications.

Employee Loyalty Rewards Program
Employee Loyalty Rewards Program

Atria celebrates employees through different rewards programs including anniversary awards and recognition of great work.

Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match

We offer an opportunity for full-time employees to save for retirement through Transamerica. Traditional 401(k) and Roth options are available, and after one year of service, Atria offers a 50% match on a percentage of those savings.

Rewards & Recognition

Learn more about the many ways Atria celebrates employee achievements and rewards outstanding performance.

Health & Safety

Whether providing protection from flu, COVID-19 or natural disasters, we make safety a priority for both residents and staff.

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