Culinary Manager - Sumner Place

Sumner Place is a distinguished senior living community dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for older adults through exceptional care and services. Proudly certified as a Great Place to Work and boasting a 5-Star CMS rating along with an AHCA Silver Award, Sumner Place demonstrates a passionate commitment to excellence in every aspect of its operations. The community provides residents with a warm and supportive environment, focusing on physical, emotional, and social well-being to ensure a fulfilling and enriched life experience.

The Culinary Manager/Dietary Manager position at Sumner Place is a full-time role, working Monday through Friday, as a hands-on supervisor within the kitchen and culinary team. This vital role combines leadership, culinary expertise, and a commitment to outstanding customer service to ensure every resident enjoys a memorable and satisfying dining experience. The Culinary Manager will take an active role in daily kitchen operations, serving as the main cook or culinary lead at least two days per week, providing leadership by example while maintaining the highest standards of food quality and safety.

This position involves comprehensive responsibilities such as menu planning, coordinating and ordering food items semi-weekly, and supervising kitchen staff including culinary leads and assistants. Collaboration with other departments is essential to address the unique dietary needs and preferences of each resident, creating an inclusive and pleasant dining environment. The Culinary Manager is expected to stay physically active during shifts, frequently lifting, pushing, and carrying items to ensure smooth kitchen operations.

Ideal candidates will embody a sincere passion for hospitality, customer service, and the culinary arts, paired with integrity and a positive attitude. The role offers meaningful fulfillment by directly contributing to residents' well-being and happiness, making it a rewarding career choice for dedicated professionals. Sumner Place supports its Culinary Manager with exceptional employee benefits including full payment for Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification, student loan reimbursement up to $375 monthly and $30,000 total, earned wage access allowing same-day pay, comprehensive medical coverage options, vision and dental insurance, employee assistance programs with free counseling, 401K with employer matching, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care expenses.

Joining Sumner Place means becoming part of an outstanding team committed to providing quality life and a superior facility for older adults. With its recognition and accreditations, Sumner Place stands as a leading senior living community, and the Culinary Manager role represents an opportunity to make a significant impact through dedication, culinary skill, and leadership.