Cook

Summit BHC; Chester (WV); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recovery center in Chester, Virginia is seeking a Manager of Food and Nutritional Services. This role involves overseeing daily operations, menu development, and managing a team to ensure quality food service for clients and staff. The ideal candidate will have experience in food service management and a strong understanding of dietary needs. Join a dedicated team that values the strengths of the military community and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive salary based on experience

Qualifications

• At least four years of experience in a food service role, preferably in institutional settings.

Responsibilities

• Determine food and supplies for daily menus and special needs meals.
• Lead a team through hiring, training, and performance assessment.
• Monitor the department's budget and resource utilization.

Skills

Leadership

Budget Management

Menu Development

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Food Service Management

Job description

Cook | Iron Bridge Recovery Center | Chester, Virginia

About the Job:

The Manager of Food and Nutritional Services is responsible for the daily operation of the department that prepares and serves food and beverages for clients, staff, and guests. This role involves directing, coordinating, and controlling the nutrition services in accordance with established policies, procedures, laws, and regulatory standards. The manager provides operational direction and information to determine policies and practices related to nutritional care for persons receiving services.

Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Determine the amount and type of food and supplies required for daily menus, snacks, and special needs meals.
2. Develop menus and diets, ensuring they are suitable for specific clients and nutritionally adequate.
3. Identify and report any issues with care plan or special diet implementation to the dietitian.
4. Lead a team through hiring, orientation, performance assessment, motivation, training, scheduling, and coaching to meet department goals.
5. Implement cost-effective administrative procedures for dietary services and analyze work processes to improve efficiency.
6. Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment, ensuring safety precautions are followed.
7. Determine and monitor the department's budget, including resource utilization and expenditure approval.
8. Select vendors, compare costs, and coordinate agreements.
9. Approve and purchase equipment, food, and supplies, checking quality and quantity upon receipt.
10. Address food and drug interactions to prevent negative outcomes.
11. Supervise the use of standardized recipes for food preparation.
12. Assist dietitian with establishing or revising dietary policies and menus.
13. Plan and assist in preparing special meals for events.
14. Oversee departmental cleaning activities not handled by housekeeping.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree in Food Service Management, Human Nutrition, or related field preferred.
• At least four years of experience in a food service role, preferably in institutional settings such as schools or cafeterias.

Why Iron Bridge Recovery Center?

Iron Bridge Recovery Center offers a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive salary based on experience and qualifications. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting a resume. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Veterans and military spouses are highly encouraged to apply. Summit BHC is dedicated to serving Veterans with specialized programming across our treatment centers nationwide, recognizing and valuing the strengths of the military community in supporting our mission.