Culinary Services Manager — Hands-On Kitchen Leader

Provincial Senior Living; Gahanna (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Paid time off

Career growth

Supportive leadership

Impact seniors’ lives

Job summary

Provincial Senior Living – Part of the Discovery Senior Living Family is seeking an experienced Culinary Services Manager to lead all kitchen and dining operations in our independent senior living community. This hands-on role involves daily meal preparation, food service operations, team oversight, and delivering an exceptional resident dining experience.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of management in food service, a degree in culinary arts, and food safety training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate degree in culinary arts preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of management experience in a food service environment.
• Must have completed food safety training.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong computer skills.
• Provides leadership with confidence and ability to motivate others.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement food service policies, procedures, and job descriptions.
• Plan menus and cycles based on resident preferences, dietary guidelines, and cultural needs.
• Monitor food quality, temperature, portion control, and presentation standards.
• Observe and support staff in food preparation, portioning, and service execution.
• Prepare meals, cook, and assist with daily kitchen operations as needed.
• Order food and chemical supplies; receive and verify deliveries.
• Maintain food inventory and conduct monthly audits.
• Conduct regular quality assurance checks and ensure safe and sanitary handling practices.
• Follow all safety and loss prevention procedures.
• Manage vendor relationships and food service agreements.
• Support scheduling, onboarding, and training of kitchen staff.
• Monitor monthly expenditures and manage budget performance.

Skills

Management experience

Leadership

Food safety awareness

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate degree in culinary arts

Job description

Provincial Senior Living – Part of the Discovery Senior Living Family is seeking an experienced Culinary Services Manager to lead all kitchen and dining operations in our independent senior living community. This hands-on role involves daily meal preparation, food service operations, team oversight, and delivering an exceptional resident dining experience.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of management in food service, a degree in culinary arts, and food safety training.