Culinary Operations Director

Porthc; Newburyport, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

This organization is seeking a full-time Food Service Manager to lead our kitchen operations from Monday to Friday. You will be responsible for menu planning, ensuring compliance with state health mandates, maintaining cleanliness, and managing staff and budgets.

The role requires strong leadership, record-keeping, and coordination of food service for events, with emphasis on safety and quality. Experience in a long-term care, retirement community, or similar setting is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a food service in a care facility or hospital
• Knowledge of local/state health mandates
• Ability to supervise staff and manage budgets
• Strong record-keeping and regulatory compliance

Responsibilities

• Prepare and plan menus
• Ensure compliance with health mandates
• Maintain cleanliness and proper storage
• Develop cleaning schedules
• Provide leadership for the food services department
• Maintain records for reports
• Staffing levels and budget adherence
• Plan and manage food/beverage purchases
• Mentor and evaluate staff
• Coordinate use of facilities for events

Skills

Menu planning

Food safety compliance

Staff supervision

Budget management

Record keeping

Leadership

Event coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food Service Management Certification (preferred)

Job description

This organization is seeking a full-time Food Service Manager to lead our kitchen operations from Monday to Friday. You will be responsible for menu planning, ensuring compliance with state health mandates, maintaining cleanliness, and managing staff and budgets.

The role requires strong leadership, record-keeping, and coordination of food service for events, with emphasis on safety and quality. Experience in a long-term care, retirement community, or similar setting is preferred.