Culinary Service Assistant Director

Monarch Healthcare Management; Saint Louis Park (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Next-day pay via UKG Wallet

Medical insurance (free single)

Loan reimbursement

Scholarship opportunities

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Referral bonuses

Career path within Monarch

Job summary

Monarch Healthcare Management is seeking an Assistant Director to oversee Culinary Services in Minnesota facilities, delivering therapeutic meals, ensuring quality service, and leading kitchen staff. The role supports the Culinary Services Director and upholds food safety and resident satisfaction.

Ideal candidates have healthcare kitchen experience, strong communication, and a commitment to geriatric care.

Qualifications

• Must have a desire and commitment to work with geriatric residents.
• Strong clear communication is a must as well as a commitment to improving the knowledge and 301 skill of culinary services to older persons.
• Experience in healthcare, skilled nursing facility or assisted living community.
• Ability to clearly speak and proficiently read and write in English.

Responsibilities

• Resident-Centered Nutrition & Meal Service Plan, prepare, and serve nutritional and therapeutic meals that meet physician orders, resident preferences, and dietary requirements while evaluating resident satisfaction and documenting food and nutrition needs.
• Menu Execution & Food Preparation Standards Follow established menus, standardized recipes, portion control, and special diet orders to ensure safe, attractive, and nutritionally appropriate meals are consistently delivered.
• Department Oversight & Staff Leadership Supervise, schedule, orient, and train Culinary Services staff; allocate staffing based on skill; provide leadership and support; and oversee department operations in the absence of the Culinary Services Director.
• Inventory, Ordering & Equipment Management Maintain proper inventory, order food and supplies within budget, monitor product quality and pricing, ensure proper storage, and report equipment needs, repairs, or replacements.
• Sanitation, Safety & Regulatory Compliance Enforce cleaning procedures, temperature monitoring, food safety practices, proper chemical and equipment use, and compliance with state, federal, and long-term care regulations, including the Residents’ Bill of Rights.
• Quality Assurance, Documentation & Facility Collaboration Maintain departmental records, participate in audits and inspections, support continuous quality improvement initiatives, attend required education, and promote a positive, customer-service–focused workplace culture.

Skills

Clear communication

Healthcare experience

Team leadership

English proficiency

Follow directions

Job description

Monarch Healthcare Management Benefits Include

• UKG Wallet - get paid the next day!
• Free Single Medical Insurance
• Loan reimbursement.
• Scholarship Opportunities
• Paid Time Off – Vacation Time
• 401 (k) with annual contribution match
• Referral bonuses
• Career path to other positions within our growing company!

Position Summary

The Assistant Director is responsible for managing the culinary department in the Directors absence with providing quality food and nutritional service to residents. This position provides therapeutic meal service based on RDA requirements and standards set forth for quality food provision. The Assistant Director provides supervision and leadership to all Culinary Services personnel to assure that services are provided in a consistent quality manner. Planning, organizing, controlling, and directing all functions of the Culinary Services department directed by Culinary Services Director are essential to this position. As a cook, this position is responsible for the preparation of foods for residents, guests, and employees. Provides meal service that meets the desires of the resident, by allowing as much choice as possible and giving food service that preserves the element of personal dignity.

Responsibilities

• Resident-Centered Nutrition & Meal Service Plan, prepare, and serve nutritional and therapeutic meals that meet physician orders, resident preferences, and dietary requirements while evaluating resident satisfaction and documenting food and nutrition needs.
• Menu Execution & Food Preparation Standards Follow established menus, standardized recipes, portion control, and special diet orders to ensure safe, attractive, and nutritionally appropriate meals are consistently delivered.
• Department Oversight & Staff Leadership Supervise, schedule, orient, and train Culinary Services staff; allocate staffing based on skill; provide leadership and support; and oversee department operations in the absence of the Culinary Services Director.
• Inventory, Ordering & Equipment Management Maintain proper inventory, order food and supplies within budget, monitor product quality and pricing, ensure proper storage, and report equipment needs, repairs, or replacements.
• Sanitation, Safety & Regulatory Compliance Enforce cleaning procedures, temperature monitoring, food safety practices, proper chemical and equipment use, and compliance with state, federal, and long-term care regulations, including the Residents’ Bill of Rights.
• Quality Assurance, Documentation & Facility Collaboration Maintain departmental records, participate in audits and inspections, support continuous quality improvement initiatives, attend required education, and promote a positive, customer-service–focused workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Must have a desire and commitment to work with geriatric residents and understand their special needs.
• Must have strong clear communication is a must as well as a commitment to improving the knowledge and 301

skill of culinary services to older persons.

• Must be able to follow directions, communicate clearly, cooperate with co-workers and perform assigned tasks.
• Experience in healthcare, skilled nursing facility or assisted living community.
• Ability to clearly speak and proficiently read and write in English

About Monarch

Monarch Healthcare Management is a mission-driven company that is changing the way short-term rehabilitation and long-term care are delivered. Our employees embody our motto, Where CARE and CUSTOMER SERVICE Come Together, by always putting the needs of residents and families first across Monarch's network of 60+ skilled nursing and assisted living facilities in Minnesota.

Partnering with higher research institutes and international tech companies, Monarch has been nationally recognized for its innovation in the care of our residents, making a meaningful impact on their quality of life and interactions.

We value our employees and work hard to attract and retain the best talent by offering a positive and supportive work environment along with competitive pay, fun perks, career development opportunities, and great benefits.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.