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Culinary Services Manager

Agemark Senior Living
Hastings, NE Full Time
POSTED ON 11/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/6/2026
The Kensington | Hastings, NE | Full-Time

Ready to Bring Your Culinary Vision to Life?

Great dining is about more than what’s on the plate. It’s about creating experiences that bring people together. At The Kensington, an Agemark Senior Living community, we’re looking for an experienced Culinary Services Manager to lead our dining program, inspire a talented team, and bring fresh ideas to the table. As a Great Place to Work-certified organization, Agemark's EPIC ACTS values of Excellence, Personal Investment, Celebration, Accountability, Compassion, and Team Spirit are at the heart of everything we do.

What You’ll Do

Lead Culinary Operations: Oversee the dining program, kitchen operations, food quality, service standards, and overall resident satisfaction.

Build & Develop Your Team: Hire, train, schedule, coach, and lead culinary staff while fostering accountability and teamwork.

Elevate the Dining Experience: Create appealing, nutritious menus, accommodate resident preferences, and support special events and celebrations.

Lead from the Kitchen: Stay hands-on with meal preparation and daily kitchen operations at least four days per week.

Manage Budgets & Food Safety: Oversee food costs, inventory, ordering, sanitation, and compliance with food safety standards.

Connect with Residents: Build relationships, gather feedback, and find creative ways to continually improve the dining experience.

What You’ll Bring

Culinary Leadership Experience: Experience managing a kitchen, dining program, or food service team, including staff supervision, scheduling, and development.

Culinary & Operational Expertise: Strong knowledge of food preparation, menu planning, inventory, budgeting, sanitation, and food safety.

Hands-On Leadership: Ability to lead a team while actively participating in daily kitchen operations.

Resident-Focused Approach: Passion for quality food, personalized service, and creating a welcoming dining environment.

Strong Communication & Organization: Ability to manage priorities, solve problems, and build positive relationships.

Schedule Flexibility: Availability for rotating weekends and on-call responsibilities based on community needs.

Driving Requirements: Valid driver's license and good driving record for company vehicle use.

Why You’ll Love Working at Agemark

Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, employer HSA contributions, and employer-paid life insurance.

Paid Time Off: Start accruing PTO on Day 1 to support a healthy work-life balance.

No Typical Restaurant Late Nights: Enjoy a culinary leadership career without the usual late-night restaurant schedule.

Leadership Development: Access leadership training and professional development opportunities to strengthen your skills and grow as a leader.

DailyPay: Access your earned wages when you need them.

Recognition & Rewards: Be recognized for your contributions and earn employee referral bonuses.

Employee Assistance Program & Discounts: Access confidential counseling, 24/7 Care Coordinator support, and exclusive savings on travel, entertainment, and more.

Make an Impact: Bring your ideas, creativity, and leadership to a dining program where you can make a meaningful difference.

Bring your vision to the table, inspire a talented culinary team, and make your mark at The Kensington. Apply today!

Agemark is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

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