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Culinary Manager CFM/CDM
Coeur D'Alene of Cascadia · Coeur d' Alene, ID
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Description Are you a passionate culinary professional ready to make a meaningful impact? At Coeur D'Alene Health and Rehab, we’re looking for a Culinary Manager who brings skill, heart, and leadership to the table—literally! If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and care deeply about resident satisfaction this is your opportunity to shine. What You'll Do: As our Culinary Manager, you’ll lead and support the Culinary Department by planning, organizing, and ensuring top-quality meal service that meets the nutritional needs and preferences of our residents. Your Day-to-Day Includes:
- Overseeing daily culinary operations and maintaining high standards of safety, sanitation, and quality.
- Collaborating with the Registered Dietitian to align meals with therapeutic diets and resident preferences.
- Managing food and supply purchasing within budget and from approved vendors.
- Recruiting, training, and leading a talented culinary team.
- Conducting performance reviews, in-services, and team meetings.
- Participating in audits, surveys, and quality improvement efforts.
- Engaging with residents for feedback and continuous menu enhancement. What You Bring to the Table:
- Proven leadership in foodservice management, preferably in a healthcare or senior living setting.
- Knowledge of nutrition, therapeutic diets, and food safety regulations.
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- A passion for hospitality and resident-centered care.
- Ability to meet state background clearance requirements. Apply today and bring your leadership and flavor to Cascadia! Requirements Education
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Degree in dietetic technology, dietetics, culinary arts, or foodservice management preferred. Licenses/Certification
- Food Handlers permit if required per state regulations.
- ServSafe Food Safety Certification required.
- One or more of the following required:
- Certified Food Protection Professional (CFPP) with the Dietary Manager’s Association
- Dietetic Technician, Registered, with the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the American Dietetic Association; or,
- Certification with the American Culinary Federation
- Valid driver’s license Experience
- Two years’ experience in large quantity food preparation required.
- One year of experience in a supervisory role required.
- Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.
- One year of experience with therapeutic diet preparation preferred.