Culinary Manager

About the role

The Culinary Manager leads all aspects of culinary operations within the assisted living community, creating exceptional dining experiences that promote resident satisfaction, well-being, and quality of life. This hands-on leader oversees food preparation, menu execution, kitchen operations, and presentation while ensuring meals are nutritious, appealing, and tailored to the needs and preferences of residents.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food preparation, menu execution, kitchen operations, and presentation
• Ensure meals are nutritious, appealing, and tailored to the needs and preferences of residents
• Lead, develop, and inspire the culinary team
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance

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 to our residents, family members, customers and staff

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leadership, hiring, training, evaluating and scheduling kitchen staff
• Create a comforting and engaging atmosphere for our residents

Skills

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

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive Compensation
• Health & Wellness: Medical coverage as low as $25, vision and dental insurance. Employee Assistance Program to help manage personal or work-related issues, as well as Workforce Chaplains to provide support in the workplace and Personalized Wellness Coaching
• Life in Balance: Holiday pay and PTO with opportunities to earn additional PTO. Employee Discount Programs that allow you to save on travel, retail, entertainment, food and much more
• Career Growth: Access to preceptors and mentorship programs, clinical and leadership development pathways, education partnerships with colleges and universities across the state like Ivy Tech and Purdue Global, financial assistance for continuing education, company sponsored scholarship programs, and tuition reimbursement
• Team Culture: C.A.R.E. Values: Compassion, Accountability, Relationships and Excellence carrying a legacy for improving the lives of Seniors across Indiana. Celebrate the hard work you and your team put in each day through employee recognition events and monthly and annual awards

About American Senior Communities

C.A.R.E. Values: Compassion, Accountability, Relationships and Excellence carrying a legacy for improving the lives of Seniors across Indiana. Celebrate the hard work you and your team put in each day through employee recognition events and monthly and annual awards