Kitchen Manager - Chef

** Early applications are encouraged** Job Postings without Closing Dates: Job postings that do not have a closing date will remain open until filled. Job Postings with Closing Dates: An application deadline may be extended if the original deadline produced fewer applications than expected. Likewise, a job posting may be closed prior to the listed closing date if the number of applications reach the limit for that position. Job Summary Join Our Team as a Senior Services Kitchen Chef! Are you a culinary professional passionate about making a difference in the lives of older adults? We are seeking a dedicated Kitchen Chef to lead our senior services kitchen. Enjoy the perfect work-life balance with regular business hours and no late nights! What We Offer: Excellent Benefits: Comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. Stable Schedule: Work Monday through Friday with weekends off. Impactful Work: Prepare nutritious meals that bring joy and comfort to our community. Supportive Environment: Join a team that values collaboration, respect, and innovation. If you're ready to use your culinary skills to make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you! Our Kitchen Manager/Chef supervises the planning and preparation of healthy meals for senior services clients; assures activities and facilities are in compliance with health and safety regulations. Job Responsibilities Supervises the planning and preparation of meals for senior services program; assures the quality of the services and work products, and compliance with state and federal policies and health and safety rules; develops menus, and purchases food and supplies; supervises and trains food service staff. Duties may vary according to job assignment. Supervises, assigns and delegates tasks and gives direction to the kitchen staff throughout the shift. Responsible for daily cleanliness and regular maintenance of Back of the House equipment. Supervises and facilitates training of all food preparation and execution of all new and existing menu items, procedures, and recipes. Research and develop menu items designed to meet the needs of an aging population; provides nutritional recommendations for menu development. Lead nutritional meetings with staff. Supports the relationship between Pitkin County government and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and County staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and County information; performs other duties as required or assigned. Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills 3+ years experience at a senior-level in department or function in food service management and operations experience. High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Colorado ServSafe Food Safety Certification is required. Must possess a valid Colorado Driver’s License and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record. Knowledge Of: Communicating clearly and concisely and relaying details accurately. Principles and practices of public administration. Customer service techniques. Public policy processes. Skill In: Handling multiple tasks simultaneously, under pressure, and in emergency and stressful situations. Working efficiently both independently and as part of a team. Organizing and prioritizing work to meet deadlines. Developing, understanding, interpreting, and communicating policies and procedures. Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships. Physical Demands and Working Environment Work is performed in a commercial kitchen; moderate physical demands with risk of burns and cuts; frequent lifting, carrying, and moving of food, materials, and equipment. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $51,272.00 - $89,731.20 per year