Lead Chef Manager - Culinary Leadership for Care Facilities

Pinnacle Dietary Global; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pinnacle Dietary Global in Brooklyn, NY seeks an experienced Chef Manager to lead the culinary team and oversee meals for long-term care and rehab facilities. The role focuses on menu development, quality, and resident satisfaction, with responsibilities spanning supervision, safety, and service delivery.

The ideal candidate will have leadership experience in a kitchen, a culinary background, and strong communication skills to collaborate with residents, patients, and staff.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a similar culinary management role.
• High school diploma required; culinary degree or certification a plus.
• Strong leadership and management abilities with team motivation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with staff, residents, and patients.
• Ability to work varied shifts including evenings and weekends; familiarity with food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise a team of cooks, dishwashers, and kitchen assistants to ensure efficient food preparation and presentation.
• Develop and implement menus that meet dietary needs and preferences of residents and patients.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment.
• Ensure timely and efficient service delivery to meet the needs of residents and patients.
• Participate in training and professional development to stay up-to-date on the latest culinary trends and techniques.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Culinary degree/certification

Job description

Pinnacle Dietary Global in Brooklyn, NY seeks an experienced Chef Manager to lead the culinary team and oversee meals for long-term care and rehab facilities. The role focuses on menu development, quality, and resident satisfaction, with responsibilities spanning supervision, safety, and service delivery.

The ideal candidate will have leadership experience in a kitchen, a culinary background, and strong communication skills to collaborate with residents, patients, and staff.