Manager Culinary Operations

adventhealth; Winter Park (FL); On-site; USD 54,680 - 101,717; Full time

Job summary

AdventHealth in Winter Park, FL is seeking a Kitchen Operations Manager to lead hospital dining services, patient meals, cafe, and physician lounge.

Responsibilities include staffing, training, quality, safety, and regulatory adherence; requires ServSafe; 4+ years of management; Bachelor's; bilingual preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business management, hospitality management, or related field.
• 4+ years of management or supervisory experience.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Proficient in Windows Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Bi-Lingual in English/Spanish preferred.
• ServeSafe Certification required; Food Handler Certificate preferred.
• Proficient in CBORD software.

Responsibilities

• Lead all kitchen operations including patient meals, café, and physician lounge.
• Collaborate with departmental leaders to align foodservice strategies with organizational goals, patient needs, and regulatory standards.
• Manage staffing plans, training programs, and performance evaluations to build a skilled, engaged, and customer-focused team.
• Ensure compliance with food safety protocols, sanitation standards, and local, state, and national regulations.
• Drive continuous improvement through operational audits, service quality initiatives, and data-informed decision-making.

Skills

Excellent communication

Customer service oriented

Creative & adaptable

Windows Office Suite

Recipe calculations

Cashier & money handling

Bi-lingual English/Spanish

CBORD software

Education

Bachelor’s

Tools

CBORD

Job description

Our promise to you

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose‑minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well‑being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Address

200 N LAKEMONT AVE

City

WINTER PARK

State

Florida

Postal Code

32792

Job Description

Lead all kitchen operations, including patient meal services, café, and physician lounge, ensuring consistent delivery of high‑quality food and service. Collaborate with departmental leaders to align foodservice strategies with organizational goals, patient needs, and regulatory standards. Manage staffing plans, training programs, and performance evaluations to build a skilled, engaged, and customer‑focused team. Ensure compliance with food safety protocols, sanitation standards, and local, state, and national regulations. Other duties as assigned. Drive continuous improvement through operational audits, service quality initiatives, and data‑informed decision‑making.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written [Required]
• Customer service oriented [Required]
• Creative, innovative, and receptive to change [Required]
• Proficient in Windows Office Suite, especially Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint [Required]
• Can calculate recipe ingredient amounts for fluctuations in serving size (catering/cafeteria) [Required]
• Proficient in cashier services, counting money, using cash register [Required]
• Bi‑Lingual (English/Spanish) [Preferred]
• Proficient in CBORD computerized software programs [Preferred]

Education

• Bachelor’s [Required]

Field of Study

• In business management, hospitality management, or related field

Work Experience

• 4+ years of management/supervisory experience [Required]

Additional Information

An equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of the stated degree requirement: Bachelor’s OR 4+ years of management/supervisory experience.

Licenses and Certifications

• Food Handler Certificate (FHC) [Preferred]
• ServeSafe Certification (SERV) [Required]
• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/mte9kpcf

Pay Range

$54,680.66 - $101,717.57

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

E‑EO Statement

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti‑discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.