Kitchen Supervisor

Forefront; Reed Point (MT); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is looking for a passionate Kitchen Supervisor to join their culinary team. This role involves overseeing the culinary department, ensuring high-quality meals, and maintaining food safety standards. Located in the scenic Big Timber, Montana, this position offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a supportive community while enjoying the great outdoors. If you’re ready to take the next step in your culinary career and make a difference in the lives of others, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

Vacation Leave

Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Qualifications

• Minimum two years’ food service experience, preferably in healthcare.
• Knowledge of quantity food prep and special diets.
• Ability to read recipes and diet orders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee culinary department ensuring compliance with standards.
• Coordinate food prep and meal service meeting dietary needs.
• Supervise culinary staff and manage food inventory.

Skills

Food Service Experience

Customer Service Skills

Food Safety and Sanitation

Communication Skills

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification

Education in Quantity Cooking

Job description

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Company Description

Forefront Healthcare is unique, experienced, and specialized in serving the continuum of care. With finely tailored, high-quality culinary and support services, Forefront helps its partners elevate the patient and resident experience.

Job Description

Forefront is excited to welcome a passionate and skilled Kitchen Supervisor to our culinary team, supporting a critical access hospital in Big Timber, Montana.

Nestled in a stunning valley along the Yellowstone River and surrounded by mountain ranges, Big Timber offers a close-knit community with outdoor adventure. Located near Bozeman, Billings, and Yellowstone National Park, it’s an ideal place for outdoor lovers and those seeking a welcoming atmosphere.

Take the next step in your culinary career while enjoying the lifestyle Big Timber offers!

Benefits Offered

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits (FT only)
• Vacation, Sick Leave, and 6 Paid Holidays (FT only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program

Pay Range: $19.00-$24.00

Position Summary

The Kitchen Supervisor oversees the culinary department, ensuring compliance with standards, regulations, and policies. Responsibilities include providing high-quality meals, maintaining dietary standards, supervising staff, managing food inventory, and ensuring food safety and quality.

Essential Job Functions

• Coordinate food prep and meal service, meeting nutritional and dietary needs.
• Supervise culinary staff and ensure adequate staffing.
• Follow recipes, portion controls, and menu plans.
• Monitor food temperatures for safety.
• Inspect food products, manage deliveries, and store supplies properly.
• Lead culinary team to ensure standards and safety are maintained.
• Adhere to relevant regulations and facility policies.
• Follow emergency protocols as required.
• Support additional culinary duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years’ food service experience, preferably in healthcare or senior living.
• Knowledge of quantity food prep, special diets, and portion control.
• Ability to read and follow recipes and diet orders.
• Flexibility to work outside regular hours and in emergencies.
• Patient, compassionate, and effective communicator.
• Physical ability to lift up to 75 pounds, stand for long periods, and handle cleaning chemicals.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Additional education in quantity cooking or therapeutic diets is a plus.
• ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification (must be obtained within 90 days).

Core Competencies

• Customer service skills.
• Knowledge of senior nutrition and meal prep.
• Food safety and sanitation adherence.
• Attention to detail and thoroughness.
• Time management skills.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, lift, and carry food and supplies.
• Lift 50-75 pounds.
• Work with chemicals and adapt to physical demands of senior care environment.

Additional Information

Forefront Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.