Culinary Manager - Assisted Living

Culinary Manager - Silver Birch of Muncie

Due to a promotion, Silver Birch of Muncie is currently looking for a dynamic Culinary Manager!

Our mission is simple yet powerful: Inspire Purposeful Lives for All.

If you care deeply about serving seniors and want to help launch a community built on exceptional resident care and meaningful engagement, this is your moment. We are seeking an experienced Culinary Manager who is passionate about creating a high-

quality, nutritious, and resident-focused dining experience.

What You'll Do

As the Culinary Manager, you will lead and oversee all food service operations for our new community, including:

• Developing and managing all phases of dining operations and service
• Ensuring an exceptional dining experience that meets the highest nutritional and quality standards
• Planning menus and optimizing food utilization
• Managing ordering, inventory, and oversight of food, beverage, supplies, and equipment
• Maintaining strict cleanliness, sanitation, and safety standards in the kitchen and dining areas
• Ensuring compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations
• Consulting with a Registered Dietitian and facilitating the community Food Council
• Leading and supervising the culinary team, including training, scheduling, and performance management
• Hosting the Resident Food Council and collaborating with residents and leadership to elevate dining satisfaction

What You Bring

You are a strong people-leader with deep operational expertise and a heart for service. Key qualifications include:

• 5+ years of food service management experience, including oversight of full dining operations
• High school diploma or equivalent required (Associate degree preferred)
• Proof of completion of Level 2 Manager Certification in Food Protection Training
• ServeSafe Food Handling Certification
• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) preferred
• Experience in senior living or affordable assisted living preferred
• Strong communication skills and a high-touch customer service mindset
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record

Why Silver Birch Living?

• Great Place to Work Certified (2024-2025-2026)

• Competitive pay + bonus opportunities

• Medical, dental & vision (BlueCross BlueShield)

• On Demand Pay

• Career growth + leadership development

• Be part of a community opening team

• ️ Mission-driven culture focused on seniors first

Join Us

Help us Inspire Purposeful Lives for All - one exceptional meal, conversation, and moment at a time.

Be part of something meaningful. Something built for seniors.

We can't wait to meet you.

EOE

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