Food Services Manager — Compassionate Kitchen Leader

Sisters of Mercy; Burlingame (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sisters of Mercy are seeking a Food Services Manager to lead and oversee dining operations for residents, staff, and guests. You will supervise food service staff, plan nutritious menus, manage budgets, and ensure safety and compliance in a compassionate, service-driven environment.

You will coordinate purchasing, prepare annual budgets, and provide hands-on leadership to maintain high-quality meals and hospitality consistent with our mission. Weekend and holiday coverage is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years in kitchen supervision with 2+ direct reports.
• ServSafe certification preferred.
• Culinary Arts degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food service staff, including scheduling, coaching, and evaluations.
• Maintain organized kitchen operations and training on culinary techniques and equipment.
• Plan nutritious menus meeting dietary needs.
• Oversee food prep, cooking, plating, and service with hands-on support as needed.
• Manage purchasing, inventory, and procurement following procedures.
• Develop annual staffing and food budgets and monitor expenditures.
• Prepare billing and invoices for groups and events.
• Ensure food safety, compliance with regulations, and safe handling practices.
• Maintain clean, sanitary kitchen and dining areas; enforce safety standards.
• Promote teamwork, hospitality, and professional communication with staff, Sisters, and guests.
• Work rotating schedules including weekends and holidays.

Skills

Staff supervision

Budgeting

Menu planning

Food safety

Leadership

Hospitality

Math skills

Communication

Education

Culinary Arts degree

Job description

The Sisters of Mercy are seeking a Food Services Manager to lead and oversee dining operations for residents, staff, and guests. You will supervise food service staff, plan nutritious menus, manage budgets, and ensure safety and compliance in a compassionate, service-driven environment.

You will coordinate purchasing, prepare annual budgets, and provide hands-on leadership to maintain high-quality meals and hospitality consistent with our mission. Weekend and holiday coverage is required.