Director Culinary Services-DCS

Forefront Healthcare is looking for a dynamic and passionate Culinary Director to lead the culinary team at a new healthcare facility in Riverton, WY. This is an exciting opportunity to build a team and culture from the ground up while establishing a strong partnership. As the culinary leader, you will play a key role in creating an exceptional dining experience and delivering healthy, high-quality meals for the patients, guests, and staff.

Riverton offers the best of Wyoming's small-town lifestyle while putting incredible outdoor recreation right outside your door. The community is surrounded by wide-open spaces and is within easy reach of the Wind River Mountains, Wind River Canyon, Boysen Reservoir, Thermopolis Hot Springs, and some of the region's best hiking, fishing, hunting, boating, and camping opportunities.

Forefront is dedicated to enhancing lives through exceptional culinary and support services. As a leader on our team, you play a vital role in driving operational success within a healthcare environment. Through our core values Tenacity, Integrity, Creativity, Service Excellence, Safety, and Caring, you will lead teams, ensure high-quality service delivery, and help create a clean, safe, and healing environment for all.

If you are passionate about leading people, developing teams, and making a meaningful impact, we invite you to join us.

Why You’ll Love Leading With Us:

• Supportive Culture: Collaborate with a leadership team that values input, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Growth-Focused: Access to leadership development, Lean Six Sigma opportunities, and career advancement pathways
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), pet insurance, and unlimited PTO

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• 7–10+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience
• 3–5+ years in a Director/Regional/Executive Chef role with P&L accountability
• Demonstrated success managing:
• Multi-unit or large campus dining operations
• Retail, resident dining, and catering services
• Annual budgets, food/labor cost controls, and financial forecasting
• Experience in senior living, acute care, or healthcare dining highly preferred
• Proven ability to lead teams of 30–100+ associates across multiple departments
• Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with GPO/vendor contract negotiations
• Experience opening new accounts or major program transitions
• Culinary innovation in wellness and lifestyle dining
• Multi-site oversight or regional support background