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Regional Culinary Services Specialist - Greater Lansing (Greater Lansing Area, MI)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $35,500.00 - $47,700.00
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Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Paid Time Off
Holiday pay
Tuition Reimbursement
short term disability
Life insurance
Referral bonuses
401k

Job Description

The Company is a well-established provider of culinary services focused on delivering high-quality nutritional programs in compliance with federal, state, and local guidelines. Specializing in culinary management within the healthcare sector, the organization is committed to ensuring that every meal served meets the highest standards of safety, cleanliness, and nutrition. The Company operates in multiple locations across the Greater Lansing area, demonstrating a strong regional presence and a dedication to consistently maintain excellence in culinary services across its facilities. Recognized for its commitment to quality and resident satisfaction, the Company fosters an environment where culinary teams can thrive and grow professionally.

This full-time role is crucial for supporting the culinary services program by overseeing operations to ensure compliance with health and safety standards, managing sanitation and hygiene practices, and facilitating smooth dining experiences for residents. The Culinary Services Supervisor will travel regularly to various facilities, conducting audits, preparing detailed reports on meal service, sanitation, and cleanliness, and implementing corrective action plans where necessary. This position requires a thorough understanding of dietary regulations and the ability to lead culinary teams effectively in a long-term care or skilled nursing environment. Candidates will be responsible for assisting with survey preparedness initiatives, contributing to budget management, reviewing culinary operations such as bistro management, and ensuring consistent quality improvement.

With a commitment to both employee welfare and resident care, this position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical coverage with no deductible or co-pay, dental and vision plans, generous paid time off, holiday pay, tuition reimbursement, company-paid short-term disability and life insurance, unlimited referral bonuses, and a 401k plan with employer match. The role is ideal for a dedicated Certified Executive Chef, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Certified Dietary Manager, or an equivalent professional with a strong background in culinary services management within healthcare. The Company encourages applicants who are passionate about enhancing the dining experience for long-term care residents and who are ready to join a supportive team focused on quality and compliance.

Job Requirements

  • Certified Executive Chef, Bachelor's degree in culinary arts, Certified Dietary Manager, or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Registered Dietitian Nutritionist required
  • Minimum of 5 years related experience including managerial or supervisory experience in long term care and/or skilled nursing industry
  • Strong knowledge of dietary practices and procedures
  • Understanding of laws, regulations and guidelines governing dietary functions in nursing care facilities

Job Qualifications

  • Certified Executive Chef, Bachelor's Degree in Culinary Arts, Certified Dietary Manager, or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Registered Dietitian Nutritionist required
  • 5+ years of related experience, including managerial/supervisory experience, in the long term care and/or skilled nursing industry
  • Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide culinary services appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents
  • Knowledge of dietary practices and procedures as well as laws, regulations and guidelines governing dietary functions in nursing care facilities

Job Duties

  • Conduct sanitation rounds and prepare reports on observations, findings, and corrective action plans
  • Conduct dining room and in-room meal service observations and prepare detailed reports on findings, including conducting guest/resident interviews
  • Review departmental procedures such as kitchen rounds, labeling and dating, pre/post meal huddle, hand washing, cleaning and sanitizing of dish wares, cleaning schedule, monthly meal counts, menu item usage reports, cooling, refrigerator/freezer and food temperature logs
  • Assist with and lead survey preparedness initiatives, including participating in the facility surveys made by authorized government agencies, as directed
  • Review emergency/disaster plans and provide feedback on any areas for improvement
  • Conduct in-service education on culinary service topics
  • Conduct a review of the Bistro operation, including sales, menu, daily specials, and cleanliness
  • Assist with culinary service department budgets, as assigned
  • Attend food committee meetings
  • Review and provide recommendations for building quality improvement programs
  • Assist with the development and implementation of corporate policies and procedures governing the culinary service operation
  • Fill in for open positions, including Executive Chef, Dietary Manager, Bistro Manager, and Cook, as required
  • Travel to assigned facilities, as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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