Kitchen Supervisor- Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

Kitchen Supervisor/ManagerFull -Time (40 hours/week) Position Summary:McKinley Care Assisted Living Home is seeking a dedicated and organized Kitchen Manager to oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, food preparation, and dining services. The Kitchen Manager plays a vital role in ensuring residents receive nutritious, high-quality meals in a safe and clean environment.Key Responsibilities: Meal Service & PlanningCook and oversee the preparation of three meals per day and two snacks per day for residents.Collect weekly resident meal tickets and ensure dietary needs and restrictions are followed.Complete dietary plans for all new admissions in coordination with care staff.Review and rotate menus for variety, nutrition, and resident satisfaction.Complete a Plan of Action form for any food-related complaints and follow up accordingly.Resident Lunch Buffets on Wednesday and SaturdayStaff ManagementRecruit, interview, and hire qualified kitchen staff, including cooks and aides.Create and maintain weekly schedules to ensure consistent kitchen coverage.Conduct kitchen employee performance evaluations and provide regular feedback.Ensure all kitchen staff maintain up-to-date Food Handler Safety credentials, CPR/First Aid certification, and TB test results.Train and onboard new staff in accordance with McKinley Care standards.Inventory & Supply ManagementMonitor and manage inventory of food, cleaning supplies, and dining equipment.Place orders as needed to ensure the kitchen remains fully stocked while minimizing waste.Conduct regular inventory checks and rotate stock.Sanitation & ComplianceEnsure cleanliness of the kitchen, dining area, and food storage areas.Enforce strict adherence to food safety regulations and PPE requirements.Maintain proper records of sanitation procedures, temperature logs, and training certifications.Communication & CoordinationCoordinate with care staff regarding special dietary needs, allergies, and preferences.Report kitchen-related issues to the Operations Manager in a timely manner.Actively participate in quality assurance and staff meetings.Work Schedule & ExpectationsHours: 40 hours per week.Timekeeping: Must clock in and clock out daily using the designated system.Availability to adjust schedule as needed to support kitchen operations, including weekends or holidays when required.Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent; culinary or hospitality certification preferred.Minimum 2 years of experience in a kitchen management or supervisory role.Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.Familiarity with elder care dietary needs and food safety standards.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.Must be able to pass the State of Alaska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) background check criteria.Must be able to comply with the State of Alaska DHHS annual tuberculosis (TB) testing requirements.If interested, please apply at This is not to be an exclusive list of all responsibilities', duties, and skills required of the person in this job. McKinley Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. McKinley Care considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, family responsibility, marital status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran's status, gender identity or any other legal protected status. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here. Successful candidate must pass, comply and adhere to McKinley Care Drug and Alcohol policy/testing requirements and pass a thorough background check including fingerprinting.