Resident Dining Chef & Kitchen Supervisor

Fields of Florence; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Fields of Florence in Florence, KY is seeking a dining services team member responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of meals for residents, families, and visitors. You will oversee kitchen operations, ensure meals follow approved menus, portioning, and standardized recipes while maintaining sanitation and safety standards.

The role emphasizes caring for residents and colleagues, prompt service, HIPAA compliance, teamwork, and willingness to train new staff.

Qualifications

• Reading and comprehension of simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food according to the established menu.
• Insures proper preparation, portioning, and serving of food following standardized recipes.
• Assumes responsibility for total kitchen operations and follows policy/procedures.
• Maintains sanitation, safety, and cleaning schedules.
• Cleans kitchen equipment, food storage areas daily.
• Suggests menu/recipe changes aligned with dietician guidelines.
• Oversees proper food handling to prevent contamination and reduce costs.
• Responds promptly to residents' and families' requests for assistance.
• Ensures a safe and dignified atmosphere for residents, families, and staff.
• Trains new dining staff as needed.
• Coordinates work of culinary assistants.

Skills

Reading & Writing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Fields of Florence in Florence, KY is seeking a dining services team member responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of meals for residents, families, and visitors. You will oversee kitchen operations, ensure meals follow approved menus, portioning, and standardized recipes while maintaining sanitation and safety standards.

The role emphasizes caring for residents and colleagues, prompt service, HIPAA compliance, teamwork, and willingness to train new staff.