Culinary Manager

Behavioral Health Network, Inc (BHN); Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

403(b) Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Comprehensive Benefits

Job summary

Behavioral Health Network (BHN) seeks a Culinary Manager to lead multiple kitchens across Massachusetts, ensuring nutritious meals and adherence to BHN standards. This role oversees culinary staff, drives cost control, and ensures food safety with both on-site and remote supervision.

You will partner with residential and program leadership to address concerns, mentor staff, and maintain quality while supporting ongoing onboarding and retention efforts. Shift: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, with flexibility.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of multi-site supervisory experience.
• ServSafe certified.
• Experience in food preparation within structured settings preferred.
• Strong understanding of labor management and cost control.
• Valid driver\'s license with reliable transportation.
• Two years of sobriety preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all culinary staff across assigned sites, including performance reviews and corrective actions.
• Ensure consistent delivery of nutritious, appropriate meals aligned with BHN standards.
• Monitor and control labor, food spend, and prime costs within regional targets.
• Enforce vendor compliance and approved purchasing practices.
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and regulatory readiness for inspections.
• Provide on-site and remote supervision to ensure operational consistency.
• Step into kitchen production when needed to prevent service disruption.
• Partner with residential and program leadership to address concerns and maintain quality.
• Support onboarding, coaching, and retention of culinary team members.
• Provide daily operational updates and communicate risks proactively.

Skills

Multi-site supervisory experience

ServSafe certified

Job description

Behavioral Health Network (BHN) is the largest provider of behavioral health services in Western Massachusetts and was recently recognized by The Boston Globe as a Top 10 Employer in Massachusetts . We are also proud to be a Certified Great Place to Work. If you are a strong culinary leader who thrives in structured, multi-site environments and values purpose-driven work, consider joining our team as a Culinary Manager supporting our Substance Use Disorder (SUD) programs across Massachusetts.

What We Offer

• Mission-Driven Impact – Support recovery-focused SUD programs where food service plays a key role in dignity and treatment engagement
• Leadership Responsibility – Direct oversight of multiple kitchens and culinary staff
• Stable, Structured Environment – Clear expectations, defined standards, and operational accountability
• Growth Opportunity – Ability to shape regional kitchen culture, staffing stability, and performance outcomes
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits – Generous PTO, 403(b), tuition reimbursement, and comprehensive benefits

What You’ll Do

• Supervise all culinary staff across assigned sites, including performance reviews and corrective actions
• Ensure consistent delivery of nutritious, appropriate meals aligned with BHN standards
• Monitor and control labor, food spend, and prime costs within regional targets
• Enforce vendor compliance and approved purchasing practices
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and regulatory readiness for inspections
• Provide on-site and remote supervision to ensure operational consistency
• Step into kitchen production when needed to prevent service disruption
• Partner with residential and program leadership to address concerns and maintain quality
• Support onboarding, coaching, and retention of culinary team members
• Provide daily operational updates and communicate risks proactively

Who You Are

• 2–3 years of multi-site supervisory experience (required)
• ServSafe certified (required)
• Experience in food preparation within structured or program settings preferred
• Strong understanding of labor management, cost control, and operational consistency
• Comfortable stepping into hands-on kitchen support when necessary
• Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation (required)
• Committed to individual empowerment, recovery principles, and community integration
• Two years of sobriety preferred

We Hire for HEART!

Since 1938, BHN has delivered high-quality, culturally responsive behavioral health care across Western Massachusetts. Our core values include Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork

If you’re ready to lead kitchens that support healing and dignity, we’d love to hear from you.

Shift: Mon- Fri 9am-5pm (flex based on the needs of the business)

Pay Range: $58,000-$72,500