The Kitchen Manager oversees all food service operations for a small assisted living community, ensuring nutritious, appealing, and resident‑focused meals are prepared and served in compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards. This role combines hands‑on cooking with leadership, planning, and coordination.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, cook, and plate daily meals, snacks, and special diets as ordered (low sodium, diabetic, texture‑modified, etc.)
- Create rotating menus that meet nutritional guidelines and resident preferences
- Perform and oversee dishwashing, sanitizing, and proper storage of dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment
- Ensure all cleaning and sanitizing procedures meet health department and assisted‑living regulations
- Supervise kitchen staff (if applicable) including scheduling and training
- Manage food ordering, inventory, and cost control within budget
- Ensure compliance with local and state health department regulations
- Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and safety standards throughout the kitchen and dining areas
- Coordinate meal service schedules with care staff and administration
- Accommodate resident allergies, cultural preferences, and special requests
- Participate in inspections and audits
- Maintain accurate records (temperatures, cleaning logs, sanitation schedules, dietary notes)
- Cover call-ins when they occur.
Qualifications
- 2+ years experience in food service management, healthcare or senior living preferred
- Knowledge of nutrition, food safety, and sanitation regulations
- Experience with menu planning and inventory management
- Ability to lead a small team in a residential care environment
- ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain within 60 days)
- Strong organizational and communication skills
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Lift up to 40 lbs
- Work in a commercial kitchen environment
Schedule
- Full‑time
- Typically daytime hours with occasional weekends or holidays
- On‑call availability for kitchen‑related issues
Compensation
Salary Range: $22-$24 per hour.
This role is that of a working Kitchen Manager in a small assisted‑living community, with hands‑on cooking, dishwashing, and sanitizing responsibilities.
Why This Role Matters
The Kitchen Manager plays a vital role in resident quality of life. Meals are a cornerstone of comfort, health, and community in assisted living, making this position both operationally important and personally rewarding.
Pay: From $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Paid training
Work Location: In person
