Culinary Director, Long-Term Care & Nutrition

Silverton Health and Rehabilitation of Cascadia; Idaho; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Cascadia Healthcare in Idaho is seeking a Culinary Manager to oversee the Culinary Department, ensuring compliant, high-quality food service for residents while coordinating with the Registered Dietitian.

The role emphasizes menu planning, staff supervision, budgeting, and adherence to safety standards in a long-term care setting. Strong leadership, communication, and nutrition knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience in large quantity food preparation.
• One year of supervisory experience.
• Six months experience in a long‑term care environment preferred.
• One year of experience with therapeutic diet preparation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and supervise the Culinary Department in compliance with regulations.
• Collaborate with Registered Dietitian to develop therapeutic menus.
• Ensure food safety, quality, and portion control.
• Manage budgeting and procurement for department.
• Recruit, schedule, and train staff.

Skills

Food safety

Nutrition knowledge

Quantity food production

Team leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Dietetic/culinary degree preferred

Job description

Cascadia Healthcare in Idaho is seeking a Culinary Manager to oversee the Culinary Department, ensuring compliant, high-quality food service for residents while coordinating with the Registered Dietitian.

The role emphasizes menu planning, staff supervision, budgeting, and adherence to safety standards in a long-term care setting. Strong leadership, communication, and nutrition knowledge are essential.