Chef/ Kitchen Manager

Truittlodge; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned senior living management company is seeking a chef/kitchen manager to lead the culinary team and ensure high-quality food preparation and service. The role involves managing daily kitchen operations, training staff, and enhancing the dining experience for residents. Join a supportive team committed to making a difference in the lives of seniors.

Benefits

Competitive pay plus comprehensive benefits

Generous PTO package

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401k with company match

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• One year of job-related experience in food preparation and therapeutic diets.
• Previous supervisory experience beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead and instruct culinary team members.
• Prepare daily specials and plan events.
• Oversee daily production of community events.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

The chef/ kitchen manager is responsible for preparing food to meet quantity and deadline requirements while exceeding hospitality and service standards.

The Perks of Working with Us

• Competitive pay plus comprehensive benefits (available day one of your first full month of employment)
• Generous PTO package, including your birthday as a paid holiday!
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401k with company match
• Employee assistance program

Top Reasons to Work with Us

• Family-owned and operated management company
• Team approach to work
• Smaller by design – Vantage Point is not a big national chain and that means more corporate involvement and support of the team
• Make a difference in the lives of those who live with us

Description of responsibilities:

• Lead and instruct culinary team members
• Organize kitchen to meet goals of the department
• Prepare daily specials and plan events that enhance the resident dining experience
• Make decisions in the absence of the culinary director
• Hire, orient, and train team members
• Manage daily line set-up, organization, and monitoring
• Oversee daily production of community events
• Prepare food items utilizing standardized recipes
• Determine food and supplies needed
• Coordinate meal production with service hours
• Monitor food items for temperature, taste, and quality
• Ensure proper preparation, portioning, and serving of food items per the menu cycle and standardized recipes
• Interact with residents during mealtimes to monitor satisfaction
• Oversee proper food storage procedures
• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning duties
• Maintain food safety equipment records and food safety temperature records
• Practice all safety and loss prevention measures
• Complete food orders and inventory
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required experience:

• High school diploma/GED
• One (1) year of job related experience that includes food preparation, full-line menu items, and therapeutic diets
• Previous supervisory experience beneficial
• Culinary apprenticeship or training preferred

Required skills:

• Ability to communicate effectively
• Interest in working with a senior population
• Demonstrated customer service skills
• Organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work a flexible schedule

Who Is Vantage Point Retirement Living?

Headquartered in Exton, Pennsylvania, Vantage Point Retirement Living is a senior living development and management company that has been ensuring area seniors enjoy vibrant, carefree, and healthy lifestyles since 1995. Widely recognized for our hands-on, personal involvement, we have decades of experience creating incredible communities. We are a local family-run organization backed by big-business experience, but regionally focused. Our family-oriented company is invested in our senior living communities because we live here, too. We do senior living…better. And it all starts with our team.

VP Advantage ServicesLLC/ Vantage Point Retirement Living isan equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Our company’s philosophy is our commitment to non-discriminatory practices for our residents, staff, and business partners. Through our cultural awareness, we celebrate the diversity of residents and staff by supporting various celebrations, history, and means of acknowledgment of all cultures we serve.