Chef Manager - Wentworth Senior Living
Whitsons Culinary Group•Portsmouth, NH
•$65,000 - $70,000•Onsite
About The Position
Chef Manager – Cook Up Care in Healthcare Nutrition! Healthcare Dining Leadership Are you a culinary professional who’s passionate about food, leadership, and purpose? Join our healthcare nutrition team as a Chef Manager and bring your skills to a kitchen that nourishes patients, supports healing, and empowers frontline caregivers. This position will cook 4 days a week.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in culinary management (hospital, senior living, or healthcare food service a plus)
- Strong cooking skills with a focus on batch cooking and modified diets
- Knowledge of healthcare dietary requirements, food safety protocols, and production planning
- A compassionate leader who builds strong teams and thrives under pressure
- ServSafe certification
- Passion for food, wellness, and making a difference in the lives of patients and caregivers
- College / Culinary degree preferred.
- FMP preferred.
- Safety training classes completed as required
- ServSafe Certification required
- OSHA Certification preferred but not required
- Local food safety certification, if required in jurisdiction of employment.
- All Microsoft Office Suite products
- Ability to learn new software programs
- Minimum 3-5 years of high volume food service management experience required.
Nice To Haves
- hospital, senior living, or healthcare food service experience
- OSHA Certification
- FMP preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead daily kitchen operations to deliver healthy, high-quality meals to patients, staff, and visitors
- Supervise and train culinary team members to ensure consistency, efficiency, and compassionate service
- Design patient-centered menus that are nutritious, therapeutic, and compliant with dietary guidelines
- Maintain food safety, sanitation, and inventory systems in accordance with healthcare and regulatory standards
- Collaborate with clinical dietitians and healthcare staff to meet diverse nutritional needs and enhance patient care
- Manage production records, vendor relationships, and kitchen budgets
- Foster a culture of dignity, teamwork, and excellence in a fast-paced healthcare environment
Benefits
- Competitive salary + growth and advancement opportunities
- Predictable schedule – limited nights, weekends, and holidays
- Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans
- Paid time off and professional development programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
