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Brighton Center Inc

Food Service Manager

Florence, KY · On-site

$43K - $45K/yr

The role of the Food Services Manager will be to coordinate the food services needs of the residents of the Brighton Recovery Center for Women and catering needs, in the Northern KY area. They also ...

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As a food service manager, you supervise the daily operations of a kitchen in a restaurant, cafeteria, or other food and beverage establishment. Your responsibilities are to ensure food safety and facilitate a quality customer dining experience. Your job duties include hiring and training employees, scheduling and supervising staff, ordering equipment and supplies, and inspecting inventory and workstations. You also monitor food production and portion sizes, manage budgets, and respond to customer inquiries and complaints. If you are the head food service manager, you must also arrange for maintenance and cleaning during closed hours.

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Food Services Managers are professionals responsible for overseeing the daily operations of restaurants, cafeterias, and other establishments that serve food and beverages. They manage staff, ensure food safety and quality standards are met, handle budgets, and coordinate with suppliers. Their role is crucial in ensuring customers have a positive dining experience while maintaining efficient and profitable business operations.

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To thrive as a Food Services Manager, you need strong organizational abilities, knowledge of food safety regulations, and typically a degree in hospitality management or related experience. Familiarity with inventory management systems, point-of-sale (POS) software, and certifications like ServSafe are commonly required. Leadership, problem-solving, and effective communication are critical soft skills for managing teams and ensuring customer satisfaction. These skills are vital for maintaining efficient operations, regulatory compliance, and high-quality service in a fast-paced food service environment.

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Food Service Manager

Food Service Manager

Brighton Center Inc

Florence, KY • On-site

$43K - $45K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago

Job description


Brighton Center, Inc. is a private non-profit community-based organization with the mission to create opportunities for individuals and families to reach self-sufficiency through family support services, education, employment, and leadership. We have been named a finalist for the Best Places to Work four years in a row, as well as a Top 50 Nonprofit to work for in the Nation!

Purpose:

The role of the Food Services Manager will be to coordinate the food services needs of the residents of the Brighton Recovery Center for Women and catering needs, in the Northern KY area. They also provide supervision to support staff as well as training and support to the residents assigned to the kitchen and catering programs. They are responsible for monitoring food inventory and safe handling of all food served, kitchen purchasing, and ensuring compliance of the physical plant with NKY Health Department standards. The Food Services Manager will be required to carry a mobile phone, while on duty and when away from the office.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Prepare weekly menus providing nutritious meals to residents in the recovery program that meet DOC and VA standards that are cost-effective and prepared in accordance to NKY Health Dept standards.
  • Provide supervision to support staff. Work cooperatively with area non-profit agencies and private requests for catering services that are prepared, transported, and served in accordance to NKY Health Dept standards. Agency goals and outcomes are to be met as outlined.
  • Process Food Stamp applications in accordance with the Department for Community Based Services (DCBS). Ensure monthly reports are submitted to DCBS by the fifth of each month and are accurate.
  • Adheres to all contractual regulations as addressed in the operations manual.
  • Training and support includes proper food handling, preparation and storage as well as facilitating culinary training classes. In addition, ensures all staff is trained to uphold NKY Health Dept standards.
  • Attends and participates in all required meetings. Collaborate with staff on specific residents.
  • Perform other tasks as assigned.

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Food Services experience, preferably in kitchen management
  • Supervisory experience
  • Food Services Certificate
  • Catering experience preferred

What we offer:

  • Competitive Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits
  • Retirement Plan-employer contribution of 4% of gross salary for 403b and additional 2% match option
  • Generous Vacation and Sick Leave
  • 11.5 Paid Holidays
  • Childcare Discount
  • Agency Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Professional Development
  • Education Awards

This is an Exempt position with a salary range of $43,888 - $45,888.

If you are interested in this position, please log on to www.brightoncenter.com/careers and apply today! Come join a growing agency!

We are an equal-opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to gender, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected class.

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