Kitchen Manager

Job description

**Who We Are** Avenues Recovery Center is a nationwide network of drug and alcohol treatment centers with fourteen locations across six states. We offer highly individualized treatment in a clean, modern, comfortable setting, spanning every level of care, including detox, residential, PHP, IOP, and outpatient services. The secret to our success is our people - merged with a premier clinical program, it's allowed us to transform the lives of thousands of people to date. If you're passionate about recovery and want to impact others in a meaningful way - we warmly invite you to join our growing family! ***Now hiring*** *a* ***Kitchen Manager*** *for our* ***newest inpatient detox/residential treatment facility*** *in* ***Indianapolis, IN*** We are seeking to hire an enthusiastic **Kitchen Manager** who is **passionate** and **eager** to grow alongside an outstanding team! The **Kitchen Manager** focuses on inspiring purposeful lives for our clients through the delivery of quality service and creating an enjoyable dining experience. If you have a passion for food service management, are looking for more than a job, and have the desire to work with a dedicated team, **Avenues** is the perfect place for you. Be part of our team that makes sure our residents' meals not only taste good, but are also good for them. Manage the preparation and serving of the food, as well as cleaning the equipment, utensils, and food service areas. This is a **full time** position. **What You'll Do** Prepare resident trays according to instructions/order Employ proper food handling techniques in the preparation of food and setting up/serving trays Deliver food, nourishments and supplies to areas as assigned Stock food storage areas and refrigerators as assigned Clean, wash and sanitize dishes, silverware and utensils used to serve clients and others Assist in maintaining the general cleanliness of the dishwashing area; clean work area and equipment as assigned. Use proper infection control techniques and protective equipment as needed; perform all duties using proper safety techniques. Attend and participate in in-service education opportunities The Dietary Aide must be detail-oriented, well-groomed, act professionally and must be a team player who works well with others. The Dietary Aide consistently embodies the characteristics necessary to drive the Avenues mission, vision, and purpose. **What We're Looking For** Serve Safe Food Handling certification - REQUIRED Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) preferred At least 5 years of food service management experience including all phases of dining operations and service Strive for excellence. Previous leadership experience focusing on quality improvement and customer service Demonstrated ability and success in managing operating and menu expenses Ability to delegate and develop others on a team Proven ability to juggle multiple priorities Great communication skills to interact with various customers in presentations, conversations, and writing Ability to establish confidence and trust in team members Desire to act as an owner in day to day decision making and problem solving as well as accountability Demonstrated proficiency with computer programs such as Microsoft Office and the ability to learn ordering system Experience in scheduling Ability to work weekends, evenings, and flexible hours to ensure quality customer experience during prime service delivery days and times. Valid Drivers License with good driving record **Why Join Us?** Avenues features a rich, fulfilling workplace culture where every person is valued and greatness is pursued. We support our employees unconditionally, and work to provide them with every resource they need to excel! Aside from generous PTO and compensation, when you join the Avenues family, you'll be eligible for the following benefits package: **• 401K with 100% employer match** **• Medical Insurance** **• Dental** **• Vision** • Accident • Critical Illness • Hospital Indemnity • Voluntary Short-Term Disability • Voluntary Long -Term Disability • Employer-Paid Life and AD&D • LifeTime Benefit Term Insurance with Long Term Care • Legal Coverage • Pet Insurance • Identity Theft Protection • Employer-Paid Employee Assistance Program • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - Medical • Dependent Care FSA (DCF) **Join our growing team and discover the magic here at Avenues!** **Apply today!**