Culinary Services Manager

Agemark Senior Living; Folsom (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Growth & Education

Recognition & Perks

Established Team

Job summary

CountryHouse Folsom, part of Agemark Senior Living, seeks a Culinary Services Manager to lead the dining program and craft memorable resident experiences at our Folsom, CA community. This full-time role includes occasional evenings and weekends, with a hands-on leadership style and collaborative team environment.

You’ll work with an established, long-tenured staff and contribute to an exceptional resident experience.

Qualifications

• Culinary or dining management experience with strong leadership skills.
• Hands-on leadership style and passion for creating great food.
• Strong organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Accountability and a commitment to excellence.
• Genuine interest in delivering an exceptional senior living dining experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop the culinary and dining team.
• Create delicious, resident-focused menus and memorable dining experiences.
• Hands-on role in meal preparation and culinary support at least four days per week.
• Build relationships with residents and gather feedback to improve dining.
• Plan special meals, celebrations, and dining events.
• Manage inventory, ordering, kitchen workflow, and food costs.
• Maintain high standards for food quality, sanitation, safety and compliance.
• Keep dining operations organized, efficient, and running smoothly.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Hands-on leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Accountability

Driver's license

Flexible scheduling

Job description

Culinary Services Manager

CountryHouse Folsom, CA

Full-Time | Occasional Evenings & Weekends

Are you ready to bring fresh ideas and strong leadership to the table?

At CountryHouse Folsom, an Agemark Senior Living community, we're looking for a Culinary Services Manager to lead our dining program and create experiences residents look forward to every day. You’ll join an established community with many long-tenured team members who take pride in working together and providing an exceptional resident experience. Agemark is a Certified Great Place to Work, and our EPIC ACTS values of Excellence, Personal Investment, Celebration, Accountability, Compassion, and Team Spirit are at the heart of what we do.

What You’ll Do

• Lead, coach, and develop the culinary and dining team


• Create delicious, resident-focused menus and memorable dining experiences


• Take a hands-on role in meal preparation and culinary support at least four days per week


• Build relationships with residents and gather feedback to continually improve dining


• Plan special meals, celebrations, and dining events


• Manage inventory, ordering, kitchen workflow, and food costs


• Maintain high standards for food quality, sanitation, safety, and compliance


• Keep dining operations organized, efficient, and running smoothly

What You’ll Bring

• Culinary or dining management experience with strong leadership skills


• A hands-on leadership style and passion for creating great food


• Strong organization, communication, and problem-solving skills


• Accountability, Personal Investment, and a commitment to Excellence


• A genuine interest in creating an exceptional experience for seniors


• Valid driver’s license and good driving record


• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends

What We Offer

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage options, plus employer-paid life insurance


• Paid Time Off: Start accruing PTO from day one so you can recharge when you need it.


• Employee Assistance Program: Emotional, financial, and legal support


• Growth & Education: Professional development, certification and licensure support, and education opportunities


• Recognition & Perks: Referral bonuses, employee recognition programs, and exclusive discounts


• An Established Team: Lead alongside experienced, long-tenured team members who are invested in the community and each other

Are you ready to lead an EPIC team?

Agemark Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).