Culinary Manager

Description

Are you a passionate culinary professional ready to make a meaningful impact? At Coeur D'Alene Health and Rehab, we’re looking for a Culinary Manager who brings skill, heart, and leadership to the table—literally! If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and  care deeply about resident satisfaction this is your opportunity to shine.

What You'll Do:
As our Culinary Manager, you’ll lead and inspire the Culinary Department—planning, organizing, and ensuring top-quality meal service that meets the nutritional needs and preferences of our residents. You’ll work closely with our Registered Dietitian and interdisciplinary team to craft menus, maintain compliance, and create a dining experience that feels like home.

Your Day-to-Day Includes:

• Overseeing daily culinary operations and maintaining high standards of safety, sanitation, and quality.
   
• Collaborating with the Registered Dietitian to align meals with therapeutic diets and resident preferences.
   
• Managing food and supply purchasing within budget and from approved vendors.
   
• Recruiting, training, and leading a talented culinary team.
   
• Conducting performance reviews, in-services, and team meetings.
   
• Participating in audits, surveys, and quality improvement efforts.
   
• Engaging with residents for feedback and continuous menu enhancement.
   

What You Bring to the Table:

• Proven leadership in foodservice management, preferably in a healthcare or senior living setting.
   
• Knowledge of nutrition, therapeutic diets, and food safety regulations.
   
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
   
• A passion for hospitality and resident-centered care.
   
• Ability to meet state background clearance requirements.
  

Apply today and bring your leadership and flavor to Cascadia!

Requirements

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required. 
• Degree in dietetic technology, dietetics, culinary arts, or foodservice management preferred.

Licenses/Certification

• Food Handlers permit if required per state regulations.
• ServSafe Food Safety Certification required.
• One or more of the following required:
• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM), 
• Certified Food Protection Professional (CFPP) with the Dietary Manager’s Association
• Dietetic Technician, Registered, with the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the American Dietetic Association; or,
• Certification with the American Culinary Federation 
• Valid driver’s license

Experience

• Two years’ experience in large quantity food preparation required.
• One year of experience in a supervisory role required.
• Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.
• One year of experience with therapeutic diet preparation preferred.