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
If you are passionate about culinary leadership and creating a safe, welcoming dining experience in a healthcare setting, we encourage you to apply today.