Culinary Manager in Aitkin, Minnesota at Riverwood Healthcare Center

About the Position:
The Culinary Manager plays a pivotal role in overseeing all culinary operations within the hospital food service department (hospital's kitchen and café). This role requires managing food preparation, inventory, and staff scheduling while maintaining strict compliance with health and safety regulations. The manager will collaborate closely with dietitians, healthcare providers, and suppliers to meet diverse dietary needs and preferences. Additionally, the position involves budgeting, cost control, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service efficiency and customer satisfaction. Leads and mentors the kitchen staff fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment that aims to provide exceptional customer service, quality and consistency in food preparation and presentation.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree or higher in culinary management, nutrition, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in food service management, preferably in a healthcare or institutional setting.
• Proven ability to manage staff, schedules, and budgets effectively.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Certifications and Licensure:

• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices, including ServSafe certification or equivalent.
• Ability to acquire and Maintain Sanitation and ANFP certification through Association of Nutrition and Food Service Professionals.

What we offer:

At Riverwood Healthcare, treating our patients well starts with treating our employees well. We provide a culture that reflects the friendly, more relaxed atmosphere of the communities we serve. Our staff are welcoming and supportive of one another.

Depending on eligibility, there are a wide-variety of benefits including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k)-retirement plan, wellness benefits with on-site fitness center, and a time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.

EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status.

Please Note: Offers of employment from Riverwood Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.

About us:

Riverwood Healthcare Center is a 25-bed Critical Access hospital with three full-service clinics in Aitkin, McGregor, and Garrison. Riverwood has recently expanded its footprint in Aitkin with a state-of-the-art surgical center.

Just two hours from the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro, this is an opportunity to live and work where others play in the heart of Minnesota’s Northwoods and beautiful lakes country. Enjoy access to an abundance of natural wonders, including lakes, rivers and streams, state parks, wildlife refuges, and ATV and bike trails for all your outdoor recreational activities.