Culinary Services Manager

Culinary Services Manager

The Kensington | Hastings, NE | Full-Time

Ready to Bring Your Culinary Vision to Life?

Great dining is about more than whats on the plate. Its about creating experiences that bring people together. At The Kensington , an Agemark Senior Living community, were looking for an experienced Culinary Services Manager to lead our dining program, inspire a talented team, and bring fresh ideas to the table. As a Great Place to Work–certified organization, Agemark's EPIC ACTS values of Excellence, Personal Investment, Celebration, Accountability, Compassion, and Team Spirit are at the heart of everything we do.

What Youll Do

- Lead Culinary Operations: Oversee the dining program, kitchen operations, food quality, service standards, and overall resident satisfaction.

- Build & Develop Your Team: Hire, train, schedule, coach, and lead culinary staff while fostering accountability and teamwork.

- Elevate the Dining Experience: Create appealing, nutritious menus, accommodate resident preferences, and support special events and celebrations.

- Lead from the Kitchen: Stay hands-on with meal preparation and daily kitchen operations at least four days per week.

- Manage Budgets & Food Safety: Oversee food costs, inventory, ordering, sanitation, and compliance with food safety standards.

- Connect with Residents: Build relationships, gather feedback, and find creative ways to continually improve the dining experience.

What Youll Bring

- Culinary Leadership Experience: Experience managing a kitchen, dining program, or food service team, including staff supervision, scheduling, and development.

- Culinary & Operational Expertise: Strong knowledge of food preparation, menu planning, inventory, budgeting, sanitation, and food safety.

- Hands-On Leadership: Ability to lead a team while actively participating in daily kitchen operations.

- Resident-Focused Approach: Passion for quality food, personalized service, and creating a welcoming dining environment.

- Strong Communication & Organization: Ability to manage priorities, solve problems, and build positive relationships.

- Schedule Flexibility: Availability for rotating weekends and on-call responsibilities based on community needs.

- Driving Requirements: Valid driver's license and good driving record for company vehicle use.

Why Youll Love Working at Agemark

- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, employer HSA contributions, and employer-paid life insurance.

- Paid Time Off: Start accruing PTO on Day 1 to support a healthy work-life balance.

- No Typical Restaurant Late Nights: Enjoy a culinary leadership career without the usual late-night restaurant schedule.

- Leadership Development: Access leadership training and professional development opportunities to strengthen your skills and grow as a leader.

- DailyPay: Access your earned wages when you need them.

- Recognition & Rewards: Be recognized for your contributions and earn employee referral bonuses.

- Employee Assistance Program & Discounts: Access confidential counseling, 24/7 Care Coordinator support, and exclusive savings on travel, entertainment, and more.

- Make an Impact: Bring your ideas, creativity, and leadership to a dining program where you can make a meaningful difference.

Bring your vision to the table, inspire a talented culinary team, and make your mark at The Kensington. Apply today!

Agemark is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

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