Manager, Food Service

Bradford at Warrior is part of Bradford Health Services, a leader in substance abuse treatment and programs for over 40 years. Our programs meet each individual where they are, providing compassionate, evidence-based care that addresses substance use disorders and prepares patients for long-term success. Whether through counseling, peer support, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), residential, PHP, IOP, or extended care programs, we offer a holistic approach to healing that encompasses the mind, body, and spirit.

We are seeking a Food Service Manager to add to our dynamic team! The Food Service Manager is responsible for supervising the kitchen staff, managing all aspects of food purchasing and storage, preparation, ensuring quality and cost standards are met, and maintaining a clean and organized work environment, and maintaining food costs within budget by minimizing overstocking and waste. Your expertise in culinary management, healthcare regulations, and team leadership will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional dining experiences to our patients.

Responsibilities

• Train and supervise the kitchen staff to perform according to the established policies and procedure of the Dietary Services Department and of the general administration
• Inventory, purchase, and receive all food and non-food supplies to accurately meet the demands of menu, census, and efficient kitchen management.
• Provide for the preservation of excess or surplus food in accordance with established procedures.
• Maintain equipment and work area in clean and orderly manner including proper cleaning and storage of kitchen and serving utensils
• Evaluate and discipline employees. Make recommendations for discharge and refer to the Dietary General Manager and Executive Director
• Establish work schedule and consult or advise food service employees on any aspect of work performance
• Review menus and order food items, ensuring that established cost and quality standards are met
• Alter menus as need for individual patient food tolerances, allergies, or religious restrictions
• Prepare accurate and timely purchasing reports, schedules, evaluations, timecards, orientation/training forms, and other reports as necessary
• Must be able to work in a cooperative manner with co-workers, manager, clients, and prospective clients
• Perform other duties as requested by Executive Director of Dietary General Manager
• Regular Attendance

Requirements

• Must have 2 years of prior experience performing supervision and management in a healthcare setting
• Must have 2 years of knowledge on cooking
• Ability to perform simple mathematics
• Operate food service safely
• Experience with food inventory and food cost budgeting
• Good communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Flexible with schedule

Education

• High School graduate or equivalent

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to see at 20/40 corrected in each eye and hear (hearing aid acceptable)
• Must be able to stand continuously for 7 hrs. per 8 hr. shift
• Ambulate through kitchen
• Able to bend & lift objectives up to a maximum of 50 lbs.
• Operate food service equipment safely

We're officially a Great Place To Work®! We've always believed that supporting our team is just as important as supporting our patients. Now, we're proud to share that we've earned Great Place To Work® Certification - based entirely on feedback from our own employees. This certification reflects the culture we've worked hard to build - one rooted in trust, inclusion, and purpose-driven leadership.

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At Bradford Health Services, we are committed to providing exceptional care to our patients while fostering a supportive and rewarding workplace for our employees. We believe that taking care of our team allows them to take better care of others, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being.

• Medical Coverage - Three new BCBSAL medical plans with better rates, improved co-pays, and enhanced prescription benefits.
• Expanded Coverage - Options for domestic partners and a wider network of in-network providers.
• Mental Health Support - Improved access to services and a new Employee Assistance Program (EAP) featuring digital wellness tools like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) modules and wellness coaching.
• Voluntary Coverages - Pet insurance, home and auto insurance, family legal services, and more.
• Student Loan Repayment - Available for nurses and therapists.
• Retirement Benefits - 401(k) plan through Voya to help employees plan for the future.
• Generous PTO - A robust paid time off policy to support work-life balance.
• Voluntary Benefits for Part-Time Employees - Dental, vision, life, accident insurance, and telehealth options for those working 20 hours or more per week.