Kitchen Manager-Kendallville

Lutheran Life Villages • Kendallville, IN

4h

About The Position

Lutheran Life Villages (LLV) is seeking a dedicated and experienced Kitchen
Manager to support and lead daily kitchen operations within our Dining Services
Department. This position plays a key role in ensuring the consistent
preparation and service of high-quality meals while maintaining a safe,
sanitary, and efficient kitchen environment. The Kitchen Manager provides
hands-on leadership, supervises kitchen staff, and supports departmental
operations to meet the needs of residents, guests, and staff.

This role is ideal for an organized, team-oriented professional who is
passionate about food service excellence, staff development, and operational
compliance within a long-term care or hospitality environment.

Requirements

• Previous experience in food service or kitchen operations
• Leadership or supervisory experience in a kitchen or dining environment
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and leadership
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality and safety standards

Nice To Haves

• Experience in healthcare, senior living, or institutional food service
• Experience with scheduling and staff coordination
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance in food service operations

Responsibilities

• Directing and assisting in the preparation and serving of meals according to established menus and production schedules
• Ensuring meals are prepared and served in a timely, consistent, and high-quality manner
• Supervising, training, and supporting kitchen staff to promote teamwork, accountability, and performance excellence
• Assigning daily tasks and adjusting staffing levels as needed to meet operational demands
• Managing employee schedules, attendance, and shift coverage
• Ensuring proper use, care, and storage of food, supplies, and equipment
• Monitoring kitchen workflows to promote efficiency and reduce waste
• Maintaining all kitchen areas, equipment, and storage spaces in clean, safe, and sanitary condition
• Ensuring compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards, including local, state, and federal guidelines
• Supporting inspections and audits by maintaining proper documentation and readiness
• Addressing operational issues promptly and professionally
• Modeling professionalism, integrity, and respect in all interactions
• Clear communication of expectations and procedures
• On-the-job training and coaching of new and existing team members
• Reinforcement of safety practices and sanitation standards
• Encouragement of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Collaboration with Dining Services leadership to support departmental goals
• Ensuring all food handling practices meet sanitation and safety standards
• Monitoring temperatures, storage, and preparation methods
• Ensuring proper cleaning and sanitizing of kitchen equipment and workspaces
• Supporting infection control and workplace safety practices
• Reporting maintenance or equipment issues promptly

Benefits

• Lutheran Life Villages recognizes 14 holidays annually; employees may be scheduled to work based on departmental needs
• Lutheran Life Villages is a faith-based, mission-driven organization committed to serving residents with dignity, respect, and compassion. We value our employees and strive to create a supportive work environment where teamwork, integrity, and service excellence are at the heart of everything we do.
• By joining LLV, you become part of a team that makes a meaningful difference every day—supporting residents, families, and one another through quality care and service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees