Assistant Culinary Manager

American Senior Communities • Fort Wayne, IN

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About The Position

The Assistant Culinary Manager works closely with the Culinary Manager to oversee kitchen operations. The role helps ensure high-quality food preparation, consistent presentation, and compliance with safety and sanitation standards. It combines hands-on culinary work with leadership to guide and motivate the kitchen team, including supporting proper food preparation, cooking, plating, and service for residents. The position also contributes to an engaging and comforting atmosphere for residents.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience as a cook.
• Current and valid ServSafe safety certificate.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate others around safety, health, sanitation, and food preparation.
• Ability to work toward shared goals for resident care and food service.
• Demonstrates the C.A.R.E. values: compassion, accountability, relationships, and excellence.

Nice To Haves

• Management experience.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Culinary Manager to oversee kitchen operations.
• Help ensure high-quality food preparation and consistent presentation.
• Promote adherence to food safety, health, sanitation, and preparation standards.
• Lead and motivate kitchen staff in cooking, plating, and service for residents.
• Work with the team toward excellent care and food service for residents.
• Hire, train, evaluate, and schedule kitchen staff.
• Help create a comforting and engaging atmosphere for residents.

Benefits

• Access to earned wages before payday.
• Employee referral bonus programs.
• 401(k).
• Flexible spending account (FSA) program.
• Free life insurance.
• PTO exchange-for-pay programs.
• Medical coverage, with options stated to start as low as $25.
• Vision and dental insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Workforce chaplains and personalized wellness coaching.
• Holiday pay and paid time off, with opportunities to earn additional PTO.
• Employee discount programs for travel, retail, entertainment, food, and other purchases.
• Preceptor and mentorship programs.
• Clinical and leadership development pathways.
• Education partnerships with colleges and universities, including Ivy Tech and Purdue Global.
• Financial assistance for continuing education.
• Company-sponsored scholarship programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee recognition events and monthly and annual awards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed