Kitchen Manager
NUTRITION MANAGEMENT SERVICES COMPANY•West Caldwell, NJ
•$55,000 - $65,000•Onsite
About The Position
The Kitchen Manager oversees kitchen operations and food production for Independent Living, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, and Café services at Cranes Mill Retirement Community in West Caldwell, New Jersey. The role is responsible for maintaining food quality, consistency, portioning, food safety, and sanitation while managing ordering, inventory, spending, and staffing. The Kitchen Manager also supports special events and catering in collaboration with the General Manager and facility leadership.
Requirements
- At least 1 year as a food service supervisor is preferred.
- Ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds.
- Ability to withstand exposure to extreme temperature changes, including heat and walk-in refrigerators and freezers.
Nice To Haves
- Culinary Arts or Restaurant Management degree preferred.
- At least 1 year as a food service supervisor preferred.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily food production to ensure meals meet high-quality standards across Independent Living, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, and Café services.
- Maintain culinary quality control, consistency, and portioning across all dining programs.
- Ensure food safety and sanitation compliance with health regulations and ServSafe guidelines.
- Manage ordering and receiving of food and kitchen supplies to control costs and minimize waste.
- Monitor inventory levels and conduct regular stock checks to support efficiency and avoid shortages.
- Monitor daily and weekly spending and adjust inventory levels as needed.
- Develop and maintain kitchen staff schedules to provide proper coverage and operational efficiency.
- Operate within daily budgeted hours.
- Train and lead kitchen staff, promoting teamwork and a hospitality-driven culture.
- Conduct performance evaluations, coaching, and mentorship to support staff growth and development.
- Collaborate with the General Manager and facility leadership to coordinate special events and catering services.
- Ensure seamless execution of holiday meals, private events, and large community functions.
- Develop event-specific menus aligned with dietary needs and resident preferences.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
