Head of Gastronomy 80-100%

Head of Gastronomy (m/f) 80-100% (day operation)

• You lead around 20 people professionally and personally
• You ensure the smooth operation in the production kitchen, the Ahorn restaurant, and the catering stations of the care department
• In addition to developing the culinary offer and its calculation in cooperation with the head chef, you also take over the design of the menu and drink cards
• You promote a continuous improvement process by analyzing, optimizing, and efficiently designing workflows
• You actively drive the optimization and further development of our product range and bring in new ideas and trends
• Active participation in service
• You take over the purchasing of goods and are responsible for inventory management
• You plan and coordinate celebrations and banquets
• Implementation of the gastronomy concept of the Senevita Group
• You ensure cooperative collaboration with other departments and areas
• Responsibility for the proper accounting of the gastronomy cash register and for the monthly closing in the gastronomy area
• Conducting weekly, monthly, and annual meetings with employees
• Motivation and promotion of employees
• Organization and implementation of training for employees
• Active participation in department head meetings and morning meetings
• As part of the management team, you are responsible for smooth operations
• Together with the leadership team, you take responsibility for projects, events, and special occasions

• Training as a restaurant specialist and the professional certificate as a restaurant manager or graduation from hotel management school HF
• Ideally, you have a catering license
• Proven leadership skills through training and experience in a comparable position
• You are a host/hostess with heart and soul and make our guests' stay an unforgettable experience
• At events, you enthusiastically take the lead, keep an overview, and ensure everything runs smoothly
• You bring solid experience in gastronomy or hospitality and combine your expertise with creativity and passion
• You have a high IT affinity and are proficient with common programs for menu planning, calculation, and duty scheduling
• As a strong leader, you lead by example with your team, promote talents, and strengthen cohesion
• You are diplomatic, discreet, and have a good sense for elderly people

• Extensive and free training opportunities at the Senevita Campus and in the Senevita Academy, which inspire ongoing development
• Free snacks (bread, fruit, coffee, and mineral water), as well as a 50% discount in our in-house restaurants of the Senevita facilities
• Attractive Senevita benefits (SBB half-fare card, fleet discounts, contribution to fitness subscription, discount on Senevita holiday apartments, various partner discounts, etc.)
• Generous vacation policy (at least 6 weeks, 7 weeks from age 50, and 8 weeks from age 60)
• Regular team events and shared experiences that strengthen togetherness
• Our statement "Closer to people" counts for our employees as much as for our residents.