Kitchen Manager

Kitchen Manager Southern Live Oak Wellness | Full-Time | Flexible Schedule Including Weekends Position Overview Southern Live Oak Wellness is seeking an experienced and dependable Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations in a fast-paced behavioral healthcare environment. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring high-quality meal preparation, maintaining food safety compliance, supervising kitchen staff, and supporting the nutritional needs of clients through organized and efficient kitchen management. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and experienced in both culinary operations and team leadership. Key Responsibilities Ensure compliance with all Board of Health regulations and State of Georgia guidelines Maintain active Certified Food Manager compliance standards Ensure kitchen staff obtain and maintain Food Handler or Certified Food Manager certifications Verify all menus are approved and signed by the location Dietician or Executive Chef Ensure adherence to nutrition guidelines and portion control standards Create, update, and post client menus regularly Supervise, train, and coach kitchen staff to ensure policies and procedures are followed effectively Prepare meals including bag lunches, dinners, breakfast items, and snacks Ensure breakfast items are properly stocked and prepared daily Oversee inventory management, purchasing, and food ordering Monitor dry storage products and ensure no expired items are present Ensure all inventory is secured in designated locked storage areas Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized kitchen environment Ensure all kitchen appliances and equipment are properly cleaned and maintained Operate commercial kitchen equipment safely and efficiently Utilize batch and scratch cooking methods to support meal production Minimum Qualifications Minimum 1 year of experience working in a behavioral health facility preferred Minimum 2 years of hands-on food production experience required Active ServSafe Certification required HACCP Certification required Experience with scratch and batch cooking production Hotel or restaurant kitchen experience preferred Knowledge of special diets and nutritional modifications preferred Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills Why Join Southern Live Oak Wellness? Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life, Short-Term Disability, and Disability Insurance Opportunities for professional growth and advancement Supportive, team-oriented work environment #J-18808-Ljbffr