Manager - Food and Nutrition Services - Thorton Oaks

Description

Management/Leadership
Req #: 57177

Summary

Thornton Oaks Independent Retirement Community is looking for a Manager of Food and Nutrition Services. The position is part of our leadership team and works under the direction of the Executive Director.

Thornton Oaks has a dining room that sits 80-100 and serves lunch and dinner meals 365 days a year. This positon oversees the "front of the house" as well as the "back of the house". The position requires someone that is adaptable and works well with a variety of ages. Thornton Oaks is looking for a responsible individual that can work with and enhance our current well-established kitchen team.

The successful candidate will be able to manage budgets for all kitchen costs including but not limited to food and supplies. This person will be able to create nutritious, creative meals while still working within the budget designated for the year.

You will need to be a team player. The activities, parties, and catered events require the Manager to work with every other department as well as residents. You have a small kitchen staff that is dedicated, however you may need to cook on occasion.

The Manager is also the liaison for the dining program and the residents of Thornton Oaks. You will need to be able to objectively work with all the resident's needs and wants and balance those with what is achievable for meals and dining service.

We are looking for someone with:

* Exceptional communication skills
* Outstanding budgeting skills including cost containment
* Teambuilding skills are a must
* The ability to be creative and pivot as needed

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education: Bachelor's Degree (preferred in Culinary Arts)
2. License/Certifications: Serve Safe Food Protection Manager Certification
3. Experience: Minimum 10 years in food service industry; minimum 5 years supervisory experience in management, food ordering, inventory evaluation, cost containment, menu preparation, and oversight of all dining staff

If you have questions about this role, please contact todd.nevins@mainehealth.org