Tired of working in a Food Service where the biggest skill is dealing with jerks and managing to work late hours and long days? Not truly using your management abilities or your culinary creativity? Do you finally want to be recognized for your dedication, creativity, diversity and ownership? Then stop just working to pay bills and get a job that can grow into an actual career with a solid company with good people around you. If you want a career path and the opportunity to be recognized for more than just showing up to work, then this may be the right place for you! 

We are a premier retirement community that is part of a much larger organization, located in Rockville, MD. We are looking for a seasoned culinary management professional to join our diverse & innovative management team. Excellent Work/Life balance with competitive salary & benefits package all a plus to you making the change and joining our team.

Watermark Retirement Communities is one of the Top 25 Best Workplaces in Senior Housing for Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing and Home Healthcare. For over 30 years, we’ve been a company that celebrates people, their stories, and their meaningful interactions—because every interaction matters! Watermark is focused on keeping our communities healthy and our residents thriving through leading edge technology and well-being programs that benefit our entire Watermark family. Learn more. Stay Safe. Be Well. We are proud of the talented and nurturing associates that have chosen to work for Watermark, and we honor each of them.

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Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow! Get Early Access to Earned Income!! Tuition Reimbursement Program (NEW*) Competitive Wages Excellent Benefits Easy Shift Scheduling with Mobile App Recognition and Rewards Program Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Pay 401k Program Associate Discounts Education and Training Programs Available

Candidates that complete the application process will be prioritized for review and consideration
Watermark Retirement Communities was ranked among Fortune Magazine’s top places to work in The United States for Aging Services! Now that is something exciting to be a part of!!!!

Watermark Retirement Communities has been a leader in the senior housing industry for over 30 years, and our commitment to our associates and a strong, positive culture is a significant driver of this success. When you walk through the front door of one of our communities, you will feel something special; an atmosphere of personal, authentic human connection. We call it making Ripples. We invite you to be a part of a team where you are encouraged each day to slow down, see the value in every person, create Ripples, and share stories that celebrate life and the human connection. We are proud of the talented and nurturing associates that have chosen to work for Watermark, and we value each and every one. Join us in creating culture one story at a time.

Bring your passion and strong work ethic to us!

What you will need for this position: Two year A.O.S. Degree from an accredited culinary arts program or equivalent work experience considered Four years of progressive culinary/kitchen experience Four years of management or supervisory experience Fine dining experience Catering experience Proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office suite, email, and e-commerce based tools ServSafe certified What you can expect from us: Great benefits Excellent national and regional support Great opportunity to grow with a growing senior housing company An extraordinary company culture Watermark Retirement Communities, Inc, is an equal opportunity employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/LGBTQ/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression-proudly embracing diversity in all of its manifestations

Watermark Retirement Communities, Inc. is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any associate at Watermark or its affiliates via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Watermark Retirement Communities, Inc. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Watermark as a result of the referral or through other means.