Kitchen Manager - Residential Care Lead

Rochester Recovery; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Health coverage

401k match

Paid time off

Free daily meal

Team culture

Job summary

Rochester Recovery, part of Sunshine Behavioral Health, is a residential substance use treatment program in Rochester, MN. We are seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead the kitchen team and ensure a nourishing, safe dining experience for our clients.

This role emphasizes team leadership, menu planning, cost control, and strong collaboration with facility leadership to meet dietary needs and program schedules.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Manager's Food Handler's or ServSafe Certification.
• 1-3 years of experience managing a culinary or kitchen department.
• 1-2 years of supervisory or team leadership experience, preferably in a food service environment.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, schedule, and mentor kitchen staff to maintain a positive, efficient, and accountable work environment.
• Collaborate on developing well-balanced, cost-effective menus that meet clients’ dietary requirements and preferences.
• Ensure efficient kitchen operations, including food preparation, inventory management, and timely service.
• Monitor kitchen expenses, track inventory, and order supplies to minimize waste and maintain cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure all food handling, storage, and preparation follow health department regulations and facility policies.
• Work closely with facility leadership to accommodate dietary needs, special requests, and program schedules.

Skills

Team leadership

Supervisory experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Manager's Food Handler's or ServSafe Certification

Job description

Rochester Recovery, part of Sunshine Behavioral Health, is a residential substance use treatment program in Rochester, MN. We are seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead the kitchen team and ensure a nourishing, safe dining experience for our clients.

This role emphasizes team leadership, menu planning, cost control, and strong collaboration with facility leadership to meet dietary needs and program schedules.