Kitchen Manager

Lumina Las Vegas - Memory Care Community

Love to make a difference in the lives of seniors?

At Solera Senior Living, we are guided by our Core Values—Compassion, Communication, Commitment, and Creativity—in everything we do. We’re seeking a Medication Technician who is detail oriented, compassionate, and committed to providing safe, high-quality care to our residents.

What Solera Offers You

• A growing company with opportunities for career advancement
• Immediate pay access — no more waiting for payday
• Tuition reimbursement to support your professional growth
• Comprehensive medical benefits with discounted gym memberships
• Dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Perks and employee discount programs
• Supportive, team-oriented workplace culture
  
  

We are seeking a compassionate, hands-on, and hospitality-driven Kitchen Manager to lead daily culinary operations in our 53 bed memory care community. This is an exciting opportunity for a culinary leader who is passionate about creating meaningful dining experiences, supporting a high-performing team, and elevating wellness-centered, dementia-supportive dining. The Kitchen Manager provides structure, training, and coaching to ensure the kitchen team delivers exceptional meals, service, and consistency every day.

Position Summary

The Kitchen Manager oversees all daily kitchen and dining operations within our memory care community, ensuring meals are nutritious, consistent, and beautifully prepared. This service-oriented leader maintains strict health and safety standards, trains and mentors kitchen staff, and upholds a warm, family-style dining experience tailored to residents living with cognitive impairment.

This role partners closely with care teams, residents, and families to support a dignified, person-centered dining environment.

Key Responsibilities

Staff & Operations Management

• Supervise, train, and mentor kitchen staff while supporting development and maintaining high performance standards.
• Manage scheduling, daily assignments, and staffing levels for efficient coverage.
• Lead daily pre-service huddles to review menus, safety checkpoints, and service expectations.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations including prep, service flow, cleaning routines, and equipment care.
• Foster a positive, team-centered culture grounded in respect, hospitality, and resident satisfaction.
  
  

Food & Inventory Management

• Order food and supplies to maintain proper stock and reduce waste.
• Manage inventory using FIFO rotation, accurate labeling, and proper storage.
• Monitor food costs and assist with budget management to ensure cost-effective operations.
• Coordinate with vendors to ensure quality ingredients and timely deliveries.
  
  

Menu, Nutrition & Modified Diets

• Plan and prepare meals that meet nutritional needs, preferences, and therapeutic diet requirements.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure menus follow physician orders and dietary guidelines.
• Guide staff on texture-modified diets and nutrition considerations specific to dementia care.
• Assist with seasonal menu updates and creative, resident-centered dining options.
  
  

Safety, Compliance & Sanitation

• Ensure all food handling and preparation meet local, state, and federal regulations.
• Uphold ServSafe-level sanitation standards throughout all kitchen and dining areas.
• Monitor equipment performance and coordinate repairs as needed.
• Prepare for health inspections and implement corrective actions promptly.
  
  

Quality Control & Meal Execution

• Conduct tastings and quality checks to ensure consistency, proper portions, and appealing presentation.
• Support the team hands-on during peak meal periods.
• Maintain meal pacing aligned with dementia-friendly dining practices.
• Ensure dining areas remain clean, organized, and welcoming.
  
  

Dementia-Supportive Dining & Resident Engagement

• Implement supportive dining approaches such as cueing, simplified choices, and personalized preferences.
• Engage with residents during meals to gather feedback and observe dining needs.
• Collaborate with care teams to promote independence, dignity, and safety at mealtimes.
• Support staff in identifying and addressing cognitive or physical eating challenges.
  
  

Family Communication & Hospitality

• Communicate professionally with families regarding dietary needs, expectations, and concerns.
• Support marketing and community events through tastings, themed meals, and celebrations.
• Promote a warm, service-focused atmosphere for residents, families, and guests.
  
  

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 4 years of kitchen management or supervisory experience; senior living or healthcare strongly preferred.
• Hands-on knowledge of commercial kitchen operations, food safety, and sanitation regulations.
• ServSafe® certification or ability to obtain upon hire.
• Strong understanding of nutrition, therapeutic diets, and dietary management.
• Excellent leadership, teamwork, and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, resident-centered environment.
• Knowledge of dementia-supportive dining practices or willingness to be trained.
• Compassion, patience, and a genuine desire to serve older adults.
  
  

Who We’re Looking For

A dependable, professional Kitchen Manager who:

• Leads with empathy, accountability, and teamwork.
• Ensures consistent compliance and operational excellence.
• Maintains a warm, family-style dining culture.
• Communicates clearly with staff, residents, and families.
• Makes a meaningful daily impact in a senior living community.
  
  

Solera Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

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