Senior Living Culinary Services Lead

Bethesda Group; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance (HDHP or PPO)

Vision/Dental/Life Insurance

Health Savings Account with Company 50

Flexible Spending Account

403(b) Plan with company match

Paid Vacation

Personal, Sick and Holidays

Paid Volunteer Program

Total Care EAP

Wages on Demand

Job summary

Bethesda Senior Living Communities in Glendale, AZ is seeking a Culinary Services Coordinator to support the Culinary Services Director in delivering high-quality dining experiences for residents. This full-time role focuses on coordinating staff scheduling, on-call coverage, recruiting, and ensuring accurate payroll and inventory processes.

You will help maintain safety and sanitation standards, train staff, monitor food costs, and uphold a professional, compassionate environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience with food production and service.
• Experience in supervision.
• Knowledge of MSDS and hazardous materials guidelines.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Culinary Services Director with staff scheduling.
• Assist with handling call-offs and absences per policies.
• Provide On-Call responsibilities as needed and scheduled.
• Support recruiting, screening, and selecting staff.
• Assist with payroll functions such as punches and time off requests.
• Coach employees and evaluate performance.
• Train staff to follow policies, procedures, and food safety standards.
• Assist with budget adherence through procurement and production controls.
• Place orders, manage inventory, and prepare reports on costs.
• Ensure cleaning, side-work and prep duties are completed as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Compassion for elderly

MSDS knowledge

Independent & team work

Health certifications

Organizational skills

Leadership

Stress management

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Bethesda Senior Living Communities in Glendale, AZ is seeking a Culinary Services Coordinator to support the Culinary Services Director in delivering high-quality dining experiences for residents. This full-time role focuses on coordinating staff scheduling, on-call coverage, recruiting, and ensuring accurate payroll and inventory processes.

You will help maintain safety and sanitation standards, train staff, monitor food costs, and uphold a professional, compassionate environment.