Culinary Lead

Lifespace Communities; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifespace Communities in Bloomington, MN is seeking a Dietary Assistant Lead to oversee meal distribution, ensure diet orders align with quality, quantity and temperature, and provide direction to dietary aides.

The role emphasizes daily logs, inventory management, safety and cleanliness of dining areas, and collaboration with a compassionate team dedicated to delivering meaningful experiences to residents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree preferred.
• Two to three years applicable experience.
• Pay commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide and maintain a high level of resident and guest engagement.
• Oversee distribution of meals according to diet orders and ensure quality, quantity and temperature.
• Provide work direction and assignments to dietary aides.
• Communicate ongoing performance feedback.
• Orient new team members on department procedures and equipment.
• Initiate menu counts for normal and special diets and provide weekly sheets.
• Control itemized food, beverage, and supply inventory and maintain par levels.
• Record daily logs and temperature readings; audit stored items dates.
• Ensure safety, maintenance and cleanliness of dining rooms and kitchens.

Skills

Resident engagement

Menu planning

Inventory management

Team leadership

Food safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Community: Friendship Village of Bloomington

Address: 8100 Highwood Drive

Bloomington, Minnesota 55438

Pay Range: $19.08-$26.27+ Hourly

Live your purpose. Grow your career. Thrive through teamwork. Create meaningful, personalized experiences.

At Lifespace, team members are at the center of delivering a purpose driven experience for our residents! We provide an environment where each team member can live their aspirations, developing in their career, making a difference, and being a part of a meaningful mission. Join our top-notch Culinary team as our new Dietary Assistant Lead today!

A few details about the role:

• Provide and maintain a high level of resident and guest engagement.
• Oversee the distribution of meals according to diet orders. Align quality, quantity, and temperature control with menu items.
• Provide work direction and assignments to dietary aides.
• Communicate on-going performance feedback.
• Orient new team members on department procedures. Teach team members the proper use of all department equipment.
• Initiate menu counts of normal diets and special diets and provide weekly tally/production sheets. Print and distribute resident dietary cards.
• Control itemized food, beverage, and supply inventory. Maintain inventory par levels, track inventory and supplies.
• Record daily logs, temperature readings and audit for dates listed on stored food and supplies.
• Facilitate the safety, maintenance, and cleanliness of dining rooms, serving kitchens, and workstations.

And here’s what you need to apply:

• High school diploma or equivalent. Associate degree preferred.
• Two to three years applicable experience.
• Compensation is based on experience and qualifications.
• Pay is commensurate with experience.
• Starting pay will be determined by skills, experience, and internal equity.
• Pay determined by level of experience and position-related competencies.

Lifespace has successfully served older adults for 50 years, and this is just the beginning. With new opportunities, continued growth, and the support from your Lifespace team members, get ready to ignite your life and experience Our Space.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Lifespace Communities, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit senior living organizations. For over 50 years, we have been dedicated to creating vibrant communities across the country where older adults are empowered to live their aspirations with purpose, independence, and peace of mind. Driven by a commitment to exceptional service, innovation, and meaningful connections, our team members work together to enrich the lives of our residents every day. At Lifespace, you’ll find more than a career, you’ll find an opportunity to make a lasting impact while growing professionally in a collaborative, mission-driven organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer