Kitchen Supervisor

Job Title: Kitchen Supervisor

Company: Rivertown Ridge

About Rivertown Ridge: Rivertown Ridge is a premier independent living/assisted living/memory care community committed to providing exceptional senior living experiences. Our community emphasizes a holistic approach to well-being, combining luxurious amenities, compassionate care, and a vibrant social atmosphere to enhance the lives of our residents.

Position Overview: We are seeking a skilled and experienced individual to join our culinary team as a Kitchen Supervisor. The Kitchen Supervisor will play a pivotal role in ensuring the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and safety, contributing to the overall dining experience for our residents.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Menu Execution:

• Execute menu items with precision, following recipes and maintaining consistency in taste, presentation, and portioning.
• Maintain Recipe Binder each week
• Provide weekly Prep List for Kitchen Team

1. Kitchen Leadership:

• Lead the culinary team under direction of director of dining services, ensuring a smooth and efficient operation.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.

1. Quality Control:

• Monitor food quality and presentation to ensure it meets or exceeds established standards.
• Conduct regular taste tests and inspections to maintain a high level of culinary excellence.
• Regularly monitor, cold and dry storage to maintain compliance with dates, covering, and discarding product.

1. Inventory Management:

• Oversee the storage, rotation, and usage of food supplies to minimize waste and maintain freshness.
• Responsible for overseeing the ordering process, monitoring stock levels, and ensuring timely replenishment as needed. Ensures accuracy in ordering all menu items and alternate options
• Responsible for End of the Month Inventory Completion within 3 days of month end
• Responsible for maintaining and managing all waste logs in accordance with company procedures and standard
• Ensure that stock and food items are promptly and properly stored in accordance with safety and organizational standards

1. Safety and Sanitation:

• Accountable for maintaining kitchen cleanliness and ensuring that all hygiene and safety standards are consistently upheld
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.

1. Collaboration:

• Work closely with the dining management team to accommodate special dietary needs and resident preferences.
• Collaborate with fellow kitchen staff to coordinate timing and delivery of meals.

Qualifications:

• Culinary arts degree or equivalent culinary training.
• ServSafe Certified
• Proven experience as a lead cook or similar role.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly wage
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee meal discounts
• Professional development opportunities

Rivertown Ridge is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.