Chef Manager

AECOM; Wayne (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Dining Services Coordinator, responsible for managing dining operations in a supportive environment. You will lead a team, ensure high standards of food service, and contribute to a rewarding atmosphere for residents. Enjoy a fulfilling role with competitive benefits and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Plans

Retirement Savings Plans

Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Daily Pay offered

Qualifications

• At least 2 years experience as a managing chef or cook.
• Previous experience in managing dining service teams.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the dining service team and activities.
• Prepare food and manage food inventory.
• Comply with regulatory and sanitation standards.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Leadership

Education

Sanitation certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

**When you join Sunrise Senior Living, you will be able to use your unique skills to empower residents to live longer, healthier, and happier lives. Not only will you build meaningful relationships with residents, their families, and team members alike, you will also gain joy in serving others and deep fulfillment in your work. Explore how you can follow your passions and shed light on meaningful ways to serve, grow, and shine together.**

**Sunrise Senior Living was again certified as a Great Place to Work by Activated Insights. This is the 8th time Sunrise has received this top culture and workplace designation, highlighting the special place Sunrise is to be a part of.**

**COMMUNITY NAME**

Sunrise of Wayne

**Job ID**

2025-229490

**JOB OVERVIEW**

**_"Sunrise is the best place that I've ever worked, simply because of the people. We provide quality care in an environment that feels like home. Our focus is doing what’s right for the resident. For me, that’s a big breath of fresh air."_**

**_- Sunrise Leader_**

At Sunrise, our Dining Services Coordinator is responsible for providing overall leadership and management of the dining operations in the community.

**RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS**

**Responsibilities:**

- Supervising the dining service team

- Hands-on leader for all the dining service activities

- Preparation of food

- Managing the food inventory and supply budget

- Complying with regulatory and sanitation standards and ensuring accordance with Sunrise menu programs

- Hiring, training and scheduling

**Qualifications:**

- Requires at least 2 years experience as a managing chef or cook

- Sanitation certification and proficient in nutrition and therapeutic diets

- Previous experience in managing and motivating dining service team members in a high quality dining environment is required

- Handle multiple priorities

- Possess written and verbal skills for effective communication

- Be competent in organizational, time management skills

- Demonstrate good judgment, problem solving and decision making skills

- Computer skills in Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new applications are also required

- The ability to work weekends and a flexible work schedule

**ABOUT SUNRISE**

Ready to take the next step and make a bigger impact than you ever imagined? As part of our team, you will help brighten the future for everyone at Sunrise and beyond. That is why we make it a priority to celebrate the unique ways you bring moments of togetherness and joy to everyone you serve. And when combined with the support, benefits, and growth opportunities we offer, the result is a career that PositivelyShines with everything you need to reach your goals – at work and in your life.

We also offer benefits and other compensation that include:

+ Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Plans

+ Retirement Savings Plans

+ Employee Assistant Program / Discount Program

+ Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay

+ Daily Pay offered to get paid within hours of a shift (offered in the U.S. only)

+ Tuition Reimbursement

+ In addition to base compensation, Sunrise may offer discretionary and/or non-discretionary bonuses.The eligibility to receive such a bonus will depend on the employee’s position, plan/program offered by Sunrise at the time, and required performance pursuant to the plan/program.

+ Some benefits have eligibility requirements

**_Apply today to learn why Sunrise Senior Living is a certified Great Place to Work_**

**PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS**

Sunrise considers the health and safety of its residents, family members, and team members to be one of its highest priorities. Employment with Sunrise is conditioned on completing and passing a drug test (which does not include marijuana), participating in testing requirements (e.g. Tuberculosis Test, Physical Evaluation). Covid-19 and Influenza vaccination is only required to the extent mandated by applicable federal, state, and local laws and authorities.

**COMPENSATION DISCLAIMER**

Selected candidates will be offered competitive compensation based on geographic location of community/office, skills, experience, qualifications, and certifications/licenses (where applicable).

**Location : Name** _Sunrise of Wayne_

**Type** _Full-Time_

**_Location : Address_** _184 Berdan Avenue_

**_Location : City_** _Wayne_

**_Location : State/Province (Full Name)_** _New Jersey_

**Salary Range** _USD $60,320.00 - USD $80,600.00 /Yr._

**Variable Compensation** _Bonus Eligible_

Sunrise Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.