Culinary Services Assistant Director - Nutrition Leader

Residences at Thorne Crest; Albert Lea (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Monarch Healthcare Management is seeking a Culinary Service Assistant Director in Albert Lea, MN to lead the Culinary Services Department in the Director’s absence, ensuring quality food and nutritional service for residents.

The role involves supervision of culinary staff, planning menus, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with long-term care regulations while delivering meals that respect resident preferences.

Qualifications

• Must have a desire and commitment to work with geriatric residents.
• Must have strong clear communication is a must as well as a commitment to improving the knowledge and skill of Culinary services to older persons.
• Must be able to follow directions, communicate clearly, cooperate with co-workers and perform assigned tasks.
• Must be able to perform essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must qualify for employment, after criminal background check, per guidelines of the Minnesota Department of Human Services.
• Experience in healthcare, skilled nursing facility or assisted living community is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, control and direct the functions of the Culinary Services Department so that food and nutritional services meet the nutritional and therapeutic needs of the resident.
• Maintain inventory of food and supplies.
• Plan and prepare special meals for parties and banquets.
• Visit residents to evaluate food service, document diet preferences, and ensure accuracy of diet records.
• Orientate and instruct new Culinary Services personnel; supervise department in director’s absence.
• Promote safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance in all culinary operations.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Staff management

English proficiency

Job description

Monarch Healthcare Management is seeking a Culinary Service Assistant Director in Albert Lea, MN to lead the Culinary Services Department in the Director’s absence, ensuring quality food and nutritional service for residents.

The role involves supervision of culinary staff, planning menus, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with long-term care regulations while delivering meals that respect resident preferences.