Kitchen Manager

NANA Healthcare Management, LLC; Dunwoody (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Southern Live Oak Wellness is actively seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations in a behavioral health setting. You will manage meal preparation, ensure safety, and lead a team to deliver nutritious, properly portioned meals in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires hands-on leadership, attention to detail, and experience in both culinary operations and team management. A strong focus on compliance and quality will be essential to success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of behavioral health kitchen experience preferred.
• Active ServSafe Certification required.
• HACCP Certification required.
• Experience with scratch and batch cooking production.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Board of Health regulations and GA guidelines.
• Maintain active ServSafe and HACCP standards.
• Supervise kitchen staff and coach on policies.
• Prepare meals and snacks per menus and nutrition guidelines.
• Oversee inventory, purchasing, and food ordering.

Skills

Team leadership

Food safety

Sanitation

Menu planning

Inventory management

Communication

Scratch cooking

Batch cooking

Education

ServSafe Certification

HACCP Certification

Job description

Kitchen Manager

Southern Live Oak Wellness | Full-Time | Flexible Schedule Including Weekends

Position Overview

Southern Live Oak Wellness is seeking an experienced and dependable Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations in a fast-paced behavioral healthcare environment. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring high-quality meal preparation, maintaining food safety compliance, supervising kitchen staff, and supporting the nutritional needs of clients through organized and efficient kitchen management.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and experienced in both culinary operations and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all Board of Health regulations and State of Georgia guidelines
• Maintain active Certified Food Manager compliance standards
• Ensure kitchen staff obtain and maintain Food Handler or Certified Food Manager certifications
• Verify all menus are approved and signed by the location Dietician or Executive Chef
• Ensure adherence to nutrition guidelines and portion control standards
• Create, update, and post client menus regularly
• Supervise, train, and coach kitchen staff to ensure policies and procedures are followed effectively
• Prepare meals including bag lunches, dinners, breakfast items, and snacks
• Ensure breakfast items are properly stocked and prepared daily
• Oversee inventory management, purchasing, and food ordering
• Monitor dry storage products and ensure no expired items are present
• Ensure all inventory is secured in designated locked storage areas
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized kitchen environment
• Ensure all kitchen appliances and equipment are properly cleaned and maintained
• Operate commercial kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
• Utilize batch and scratch cooking methods to support meal production

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience working in a behavioral health facility preferred
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on food production experience required
• Active ServSafe Certification required
• HACCP Certification required
• Experience with scratch and batch cooking production
• Hotel or restaurant kitchen experience preferred
• Knowledge of special diets and nutritional modifications preferred
• Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills

Why Join Southern Live Oak Wellness?

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life, Short-Term Disability, and Disability Insurance
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment