Dietary Kitchen Supervisor — Healthcare Meals Leader

Aventuraatoakwoodvillage; Springfield (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Aventuraatoakwoodvillage is seeking a Cook Supervisor to oversee daily food preparation and kitchen operations in accordance with federal, state, and facility regulations. This role ensures meals are prepared and served safely, timely, and according to residents’ dietary needs.

The Cook Supervisor leads dietary staff during assigned shifts, monitors food quality and sanitation, and supports the Dietary Manager with kitchen organization and compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of cooking experience, preferably in healthcare or institutional food service.
• Previous supervisory or lead cook experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of therapeutic and modified diets a plus.
• Must have or be able to obtain ServSafe certification.
• Strong leadership, time management, and communication skills.
• Ability to follow recipes, portion control guidelines, and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily food preparation and kitchen operations.
• Lead dietary staff during assigned shifts and assign tasks.
• Train new dietary staff in safety, procedures, and quality standards.
• Ensure proper food handling, temperatures, sanitation, and compliance with health codes.
• Track inventory and assist with ordering; follow FIFO practices.

Skills

Cooking experience

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Communication skills

Food safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

ServSafe certification

Job description

Aventuraatoakwoodvillage is seeking a Cook Supervisor to oversee daily food preparation and kitchen operations in accordance with federal, state, and facility regulations. This role ensures meals are prepared and served safely, timely, and according to residents’ dietary needs.

The Cook Supervisor leads dietary staff during assigned shifts, monitors food quality and sanitation, and supports the Dietary Manager with kitchen organization and compliance.