Kitchen Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Now Hiring: Kitchen Lead

Allegria Village Senior Living | Dearborn, MI
Employment Type: Full-Time

At Allegria Village Senior Living , great food is an important part of great care. We are seeking a dependable, hands-on Kitchen Lead to help oversee daily kitchen operations serving our Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing residents.

The ideal candidate is a team player with strong culinary skills, a positive attitude, and a passion for preparing nutritious, appealing meals that support our residents’ well-being and quality of life.

• Assist with leading and coordinating daily kitchen operations and meal service.

• Prepare and serve high-quality meals that meet residents’ nutritional needs and dietary requirements.

• Help guide, support, and train kitchen team members.

• Ensure meals are prepared and served according to established menus, recipes, portion sizes, and schedules.

• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and proper food-handling procedures.

• Accommodate prescribed diets, food allergies, and texture-modified meals as directed.

• Monitor food inventory, assist with ordering, and minimize waste.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment.

• Communicate effectively with dining services staff and care teams to support resident satisfaction.

• Previous commercial kitchen, food service, or culinary experience required.

• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.

• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and proper food-handling practices.

• Ability to follow recipes, menus, and special dietary instructions.

• Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality and attention to detail.

• A compassionate, resident-focused approach to service.

• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Be part of a team that makes a meaningful difference in residents’ lives.

• Help create enjoyable, nourishing dining experiences for older adults.

• Work in a senior living community where teamwork and quality care matter.

If you enjoy working in the kitchen, supporting a team, and making a difference through food, we would love to hear from you!