Culinary Director: Resident Nutrition & Dining

Optalis Healthcare (Health & Rehabilitation Centers); Allen Park (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Optalis Healthcare in Allen Park, MI is seeking a Culinary Services Manager to oversee the culinary team and dining programs. You will provide guidance and operational oversight for feeding, nutrition, and dining services while managing costs and ensuring regulatory compliance.

You will implement dietary policies, supervise meal production, ensure food safety, and coordinate with care teams to meet residents' diet needs. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Culinary schooling a plus or 2+ years in a professional kitchen under a Chef.

Responsibilities

• Implement dietary policies to meet residents' needs in compliance with regulations.
• Oversee production of meals according to menu, recipes and portions.
• Troubleshoot staffing, training issues and recommend changes.
• Maintain accurate filing and records for audits and surveys.
• Participate in food safety and sanitation programs per health dept. rules.
• Review resident diets and discuss changes with residents and care teams.
• Coordinate regular meetings with management to review status and innovations.
• Purchase, inventory management and data entry accuracy.

Skills

Food service management

Education

Culinary schooling

Job description

Optalis Healthcare in Allen Park, MI is seeking a Culinary Services Manager to oversee the culinary team and dining programs. You will provide guidance and operational oversight for feeding, nutrition, and dining services while managing costs and ensuring regulatory compliance.

You will implement dietary policies, supervise meal production, ensure food safety, and coordinate with care teams to meet residents' diet needs. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills are essential.