Culinary Manager — Senior Living Dining Leader

American Senior Communities; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health coverage

Holiday PTO

Career growth

Team culture

Flexible benefits

Job summary

American Senior Communities is seeking a Culinary Manager at Hickory Creek at Columbus to lead all culinary operations and deliver exceptional dining experiences for residents. You will oversee food preparation, menu execution, kitchen operations, and presentation while ensuring nutritious, appealing meals.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, staff development, and adherence to food safety standards within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience as Culinary Manager.
• Certification in a Dietary Manager Course or associate’s degree in culinary/hospitality management.
• Must have current ServSafe Manager’s Food Safety Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations across the community to ensure high-quality dining.
• Develop menus and supervise kitchen staff and food presentation.
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Experience

Supportive Presence

Education

Dietary Manager cert or culinary degree

Job description

American Senior Communities is seeking a Culinary Manager at Hickory Creek at Columbus to lead all culinary operations and deliver exceptional dining experiences for residents. You will oversee food preparation, menu execution, kitchen operations, and presentation while ensuring nutritious, appealing meals.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, staff development, and adherence to food safety standards within a supportive team environment.