Culinary Supervisor – Institutional Dining

Acadia Healthcare; Burns (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare in Burns, TN is seeking a kitchen professional to implement menus and coordinate food preparation and meal service in our facility.

You will supervise staff, ensure cleanliness, inventory, and compliance with policies and safety standards, working with dietitians and leadership to keep meals varied and nutritious.

A high school diploma and ServSafe or equivalent certification preferred; 2+ years in institutional food service preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Additional education or training in the culinary field preferred.
• Two or more years of experience in food service role in preparing food for institutions, such as school, hospital or cafeteria preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare food according to approved menus.
• Direct activities of workers who assist in preparing and serving meals.
• Clean and inspect equipment, kitchen appliances and work areas to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.
• Take inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Work with Food Service leadership or Dietitian to ensure menus are varied, nutritionally balanced and appetizing.
• Perform and coordinate food production, cleaning, maintenance, and inventory control activities.
• Ensure compliance with established policies and procedures, quality standards, cost parameters, and appropriate regulatory requirements.

Skills

Food service experience

Menu coordination

Kitchen sanitation

Supervisory experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary training

Job description

Acadia Healthcare in Burns, TN is seeking a kitchen professional to implement menus and coordinate food preparation and meal service in our facility.

You will supervise staff, ensure cleanliness, inventory, and compliance with policies and safety standards, working with dietitians and leadership to keep meals varied and nutritious.

A high school diploma and ServSafe or equivalent certification preferred; 2+ years in institutional food service preferred.