Kitchen Manager - Senior Living Community
About The Position
Suite Living Senior Care is seeking an experienced Dietary Manager or Head Cook to work at a Memory Care and Assisted Living community. This full-time position has set daytime hours of 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with no on-call shifts. The Kitchen Manager prepares meals according to the menu using batch-cooking methods, ensures meals are presented and served to residents in keeping with customer-service standards, and keeps the dining room clean and presentable. The role also supports resident dietary needs, food and supply ordering, inventory, budgeting, kitchen cleanliness and safety, and preparation for upcoming weekend and evening meals. The Kitchen Manager works with residents, families, the Assisted Living Director, and the Clinical Nurse Manager to accommodate appropriate requests, special diets, and private gatherings.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent education level.
- Active ServSafe Certification upon hire.
- Certified Food Manager (CFPM) license upon hire.
- At least 1 year of related experience as a Dietary Manager, Head Cook, or in a similar role within a senior living community is highly preferred.
- Ability to order food and supplies and maintain inventory.
- Computer literacy.
- Knowledge of nutrition, recipes, special dietary needs, and food substitutions.
- Ability to safely operate kitchen equipment and follow safety and sanitation practices.
- Ability to work within a budget and communicate with vendors.
- Good communication, organization, judgment, flexibility, and initiative.
Responsibilities
- Prepare meals according to the menu using batch-cooking methods, and ensure meals are presented and served in accordance with customer-service standards.
- Keep the dining room, kitchen, and kitchen equipment clean and presentable.
- Apply knowledge of nutrition, recipes, and special dietary needs, including appropriate food substitutions.
- Respond to food-ordering or delivery problems and consult with the supervisor as needed.
- Operate kitchen equipment properly and safely, and follow safety and sanitation practices.
- Order food and supplies, maintain inventory, and make informed recommendations about inventory.
- Work within a budget while maintaining the integrity of menus, and communicate effectively with vendors.
- Plan for special events, activities, and changes; organize the work area; and check menus and food availability before beginning work.
- Prioritize tasks to meet scheduled needs and develop contingency plans when delays occur.
- Help with special events and fill in for others when needed in emergency situations.
- Work with the Assisted Living Director, residents, and families to plan private gatherings.
- Coordinate with the Clinical Nurse Manager to accommodate residents on special diets to the extent permitted by the program.
- Protect building property and supplies, maintain equipment, and reduce waste.
- Maintain cooperative relationships with coworkers and communicate legitimate complaints or problems promptly to the Assisted Living Director.
- Answer the phone pleasantly, gather complete information, and respond appropriately.
- Help create a desirable environment for residents, greet them warmly, initiate friendly conversations, and show concern for their welfare.
- Listen to residents' complaints and concerns, respond respectfully, and direct problems to the Assisted Living Director.
- Accommodate appropriate resident food requests promptly and consult with the Assisted Living Director as needed.
- Label, date, and rotate stock.
- Report accidents and injuries immediately to the Assisted Living Director.
- Prepare food ahead for weekend and evening meals and leave explicit instructions for weekend staff when needed.
- Follow menus and provide snacks appropriate for the senior population.
- Comply with Food and Beverage License requirements.
- Report changes in residents to the staff on duty.
- Complete required documentation, such as temperature records.
- Anticipate tasks and take initiative to complete them; offer suggestions and ideas for improvement.
Benefits
- Blue Cross Blue Shield medical plans
- Dental
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Company-paid life insurance
- Company-paid long-term disability
- 401(k) with up to 3% company match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
