Culinary Manager

American Senior Communities • Fishers, IN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Culinary Manager oversees all aspects of kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food preparation, consistent presentation, and adherence to safety and sanitation standards. This role combines hands-on culinary expertise with strong leadership to guide and inspire a talented kitchen team.

Requirements

• Minimum one year of experience as Culinary Manager.
• Certification in a Dietary Manager course or Associate’s Degree in Culinary/Hospitality Management.
• Current and valid ServSafe Manager’s Food Safety Certificate.
• Demonstrates C.A.R.E. values (Compassion, Accountability, Relationships, and Excellence) to residents, family members, customers, and staff.

Nice To Haves

• Leadership: Ability to lead and motivate others to follow proper safety, health, sanitation, and food preparation with a focus on cooking, plating, and service for residents.
• Teamwork: Ability to work towards a common goal of excellent care and food service for residents.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations.
• Ensure high-quality food preparation.
• Ensure consistent food presentation.
• Adhere to safety and sanitation standards.
• Lead and motivate the kitchen team.
• Guide and inspire the kitchen team.
• Perform hiring, training, evaluating, and scheduling of kitchen staff.
• Create a comforting and engaging atmosphere for residents.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Access to earnings before payday
• Employee referral bonus programs
• 401(k)
• FSA program
• Free life insurance
• PTO exchange for pay programs
• Medical coverage as low as $25
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Workforce chaplains
• Personalized wellness coaching
• Holiday pay
• PTO
• Opportunities to earn additional PTO
• Employee discount programs
• Access to preceptors and mentorship programs
• Clinical and leadership development pathways
• Education partnerships with colleges and universities
• Financial assistance for continuing education
• Company-sponsored scholarship programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee recognition events
• Monthly and annual awards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree