Forefront
Dining Services Supervisor – Billings, MT
Forefront Healthcare
is a specialty provider focused on culinary and support services for senior living communities. We partner with facilities to elevate the patient and resident dining experience through high‑quality meals and exceptional service.
We are seeking an energetic, customer‑oriented leader to oversee dining operations at two senior living communities in Billings, MT.
Position Summary The Culinary Services Supervisor ensures smooth operation of the culinary department, maintains dietary and safety standards, and fosters a welcoming environment for residents and staff. This role oversees culinary staff, manages food ordering and inventory, and coordinates catering for events and functions.
Essential Responsibilities
Coordinate food preparation and meal service, ensuring nutritional needs and dietary restrictions of senior residents are met.
Ensure customer satisfaction.
Supervise and direct culinary staff, filling positions as necessary, and ensuring staffing levels are adequate during all shifts.
Ensure portion sizes, recipes, and menu plans are followed to meet both nutritional and resident satisfaction standards.
Monitor the temperature of hot and cold foods throughout preparation and service to ensure safety and compliance with food safety regulations.
In the absence of the Chef/RED, assist with food product inspections, receiving deliveries, and ensuring proper storage of supplies and food products.
Lead culinary staff in the absence of the Chef/RED, ensuring that all tasks are completed according to plan and that food safety standards are upheld.
Maintain knowledge of all relevant federal, state, and facility‑specific rules, regulations, and policies to ensure a safe dining environment for residents.
Understand and follow the facility’s fire and disaster plans, ensuring culinary staff is well‑prepared for emergencies.
Support other culinary‑related duties as assigned by the Chef/RED.
Qualifications
At least two (2) years of food service experience, preferably in a senior living or healthcare setting.
Strong knowledge of quantity food preparation, special diets, and portion control in a senior living or healthcare environment.
Ability to read, understand, and follow recipes, diet orders, and work assignments.
Must have the flexibility to work hours outside the regular schedule, including in emergency situations or to cover staff absences.
Patient, compassionate, and able to communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff.
Ability to handle the physical demands of the job, including lifting and carrying up to 75 pounds, standing for extended periods, and working with cleaning chemicals.
Education Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Additional education in quantity cooking or therapeutic diets is a plus.
ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification (must be obtained within 90 days).
Competencies
Customer Service Oriented: Ability to interact with residents and families in a warm, friendly, and professional manner.
Basic Food Preparation Knowledge: Understanding of senior nutrition and the ability to prepare and serve meals according to dietary needs.
Sanitation and Safety Practices: Adherence to food safety standards and sanitation protocols.
Thoroughness: Ensuring all tasks are completed accurately and to the highest standard.
Time Management: Efficiently managing time to meet meal deadlines and service schedules.
Physical Demands
Required to stand and walk for long periods and must be able to bend, stoop, reach, lift, and carry food products, supplies, and equipment.
Must be able to lift and/or carry weights ranging from 50 to 75 pounds.
Must be able to work with chemicals/cleaning agents and be able to adapt to the physical demands of the senior living environment.
Benefits Offered
Medical, Dental, Vision, Company‑Provided Life Insurance, and 401(k) with Company Match.
Vacation, Sick Leave, and 6 Paid Holidays (Full‑time only).
Employee Assistance Program.
Pharmacy Benefit.
On‑site & Discounted Childcare.
Pay Range:
$22.00–$25.00 per hour
Seniority Level:
Mid‑Senior
Employment Type:
Full‑time
Job Function:
Other
Industries:
Food and Beverage Services
Additional Information Forefront Healthcare is an equal‑opportunity employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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is a specialty provider focused on culinary and support services for senior living communities. We partner with facilities to elevate the patient and resident dining experience through high‑quality meals and exceptional service.
We are seeking an energetic, customer‑oriented leader to oversee dining operations at two senior living communities in Billings, MT.
Position Summary The Culinary Services Supervisor ensures smooth operation of the culinary department, maintains dietary and safety standards, and fosters a welcoming environment for residents and staff. This role oversees culinary staff, manages food ordering and inventory, and coordinates catering for events and functions.
Essential Responsibilities
Coordinate food preparation and meal service, ensuring nutritional needs and dietary restrictions of senior residents are met.
Ensure customer satisfaction.
Supervise and direct culinary staff, filling positions as necessary, and ensuring staffing levels are adequate during all shifts.
Ensure portion sizes, recipes, and menu plans are followed to meet both nutritional and resident satisfaction standards.
Monitor the temperature of hot and cold foods throughout preparation and service to ensure safety and compliance with food safety regulations.
In the absence of the Chef/RED, assist with food product inspections, receiving deliveries, and ensuring proper storage of supplies and food products.
Lead culinary staff in the absence of the Chef/RED, ensuring that all tasks are completed according to plan and that food safety standards are upheld.
Maintain knowledge of all relevant federal, state, and facility‑specific rules, regulations, and policies to ensure a safe dining environment for residents.
Understand and follow the facility’s fire and disaster plans, ensuring culinary staff is well‑prepared for emergencies.
Support other culinary‑related duties as assigned by the Chef/RED.
Qualifications
At least two (2) years of food service experience, preferably in a senior living or healthcare setting.
Strong knowledge of quantity food preparation, special diets, and portion control in a senior living or healthcare environment.
Ability to read, understand, and follow recipes, diet orders, and work assignments.
Must have the flexibility to work hours outside the regular schedule, including in emergency situations or to cover staff absences.
Patient, compassionate, and able to communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff.
Ability to handle the physical demands of the job, including lifting and carrying up to 75 pounds, standing for extended periods, and working with cleaning chemicals.
Education Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Additional education in quantity cooking or therapeutic diets is a plus.
ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification (must be obtained within 90 days).
Competencies
Customer Service Oriented: Ability to interact with residents and families in a warm, friendly, and professional manner.
Basic Food Preparation Knowledge: Understanding of senior nutrition and the ability to prepare and serve meals according to dietary needs.
Sanitation and Safety Practices: Adherence to food safety standards and sanitation protocols.
Thoroughness: Ensuring all tasks are completed accurately and to the highest standard.
Time Management: Efficiently managing time to meet meal deadlines and service schedules.
Physical Demands
Required to stand and walk for long periods and must be able to bend, stoop, reach, lift, and carry food products, supplies, and equipment.
Must be able to lift and/or carry weights ranging from 50 to 75 pounds.
Must be able to work with chemicals/cleaning agents and be able to adapt to the physical demands of the senior living environment.
Benefits Offered
Medical, Dental, Vision, Company‑Provided Life Insurance, and 401(k) with Company Match.
Vacation, Sick Leave, and 6 Paid Holidays (Full‑time only).
Employee Assistance Program.
Pharmacy Benefit.
On‑site & Discounted Childcare.
Pay Range:
$22.00–$25.00 per hour
Seniority Level:
Mid‑Senior
Employment Type:
Full‑time
Job Function:
Other
Industries:
Food and Beverage Services
Additional Information Forefront Healthcare is an equal‑opportunity employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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