About the role
Kitchen Manager
Southern Live Oak Wellness | Full-Time | Flexible Schedule Including Weekends
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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If you are passionate about culinary leadership and creating a safe, welcoming dining experience in a healthcare setting, we encourage you to apply today.