Food Program Manager

New Dawn Treatment Center; California; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

New Dawn Treatment Center is seeking a Food Program Manager to lead multiple facilities in California and Nevada. You will oversee nutritious meal programs, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and manage a culinary team across locations.

The role requires SERV Safe Manager Certification, 4+ years in food service, and 2+ years of supervision, with CA driver’s license and CPR/First Aid credentials. Strong leadership and budgeting skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Current SERV Safe Manager Certification.
• 4+ years in a food service role.
• 2+ years supervisory experience.
• Valid California driver’s license, clean driving record, and personal auto insurance.
• CPR and First Aid certifications are required.
• Must have a current TB test or chest x-ray.
• Able to work independently with minimal guidance and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Supports daily operations across all CA and NV sites.
• Conduct weekly site visits and walkthroughs.
• Ensure compliance with state regulations and CARF standards.
• Provide employee training and development.
• Assist in development and implementation of strategic department plans.
• Analyze food costs and assist with departmental budgets.
• Oversee food preparation, ensuring health and hygiene standards.
• Manage inventory and purchases of food and supplies.
• Develop client menus, including meals for special dietary needs.
• Plan and assist in preparing special meals for events.
• Supervise sous chef and residential facility chefs.
• Monitor and maintain monthly staff schedules.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Serv Safe Manager Certification

Supervisory experience

Food service operations

CA driver’s license

CPR & First Aid

TB test

Independent worker

Job description

Company Overview

New Dawn Treatment Center has been a cornerstone of mental health and substance abuse treatment in California and Nevada, for over 30 years. With a commitment to evidence-based practices and a person-centered approach, we serve over a thousand individuals annually across our 10 locations, providing transformative care that prioritizes clinical excellence.

Summary

The Food Program Manager is responsible for ensuring each facility provides clients with consistent, nutritious, high-quality meals while maintaining food safety, sanitation, regulatory compliance, and company standards. This position provides leadership and oversight to our culinary team, including scheduling, training, menu implementation, inventory management, purchasing, and monitoring day-to-day kitchen operations across multiple locations.

Responsibilities

• Supports daily operations across all CA and NV sites.
• Conduct weekly site visits and walkthroughs.
• Ensure compliance with state regulations and CARF standards.
• Provide employee training and development.
• Assist in the development and implementation of strategic department plans.
• Analyze food costs and assist with departmental budgets.
• Oversees food preparation, ensuring compliance with health, safety, food handling, and hygiene standards.
• Manages inventory and purchases food and supplies.
• Develops client menus, including meals for special dietary needs.
• Plans and assists in preparing special meals for events.
• Supervises sous chef and residential facility chefs.
• Monitors and maintains monthly staff schedules.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must have a current SERV Safe Manager Certification.
• At least 4 years' experience working in a food service role is required. Preparing food for institutions, such as schools, facilities, or cafeterias is preferred.
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience is required.
• Must have and maintain a valid California driver's license, clean driving record, and maintain personal auto insurance coverage.
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications are required.
• Must have a current TB test or chest x-ray.
• Able to work independently with minimal guidance and as part of a team.