Catering Chef Manager - Healthcare
Catering Chef Manager - Healthcare
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Job Description
Join our REAL Food Mission!
Thomas Cuisine is seeking a passionate Catering Chef Manager to lead catering operations at a respected Healthcare facility. This is a unique opportunity for a culinary leader who thrives on creativity service excellence and operational precision in a mission-driven environment.
About the Community We Serve
Our client is a leading healthcare provider dedicated to patient wellness staff satisfaction and community health. Special events and daily catering offerings for meetings celebrations and executive functions play a vital role in creating a supportive and uplifting atmosphere.
Your Role and Impact
As Catering Chef Manager you will be the driving force behind all catering activitiesfrom planning and execution to presentation and service. You will collaborate closely with clients clinical staff and culinary teams to ensure every catered event is beautifully executed timely and aligned with dietary standards and Thomas Cuisines REAL food values. Your leadership will elevate the dining experience for staff guests and patients alike.
What You Will Do
Plan coordinate and execute all catering events from small internal meetings to large-scale hospital functions.
Create custom scratch-made menus in alignment with dietary guidelines and customer preferences.
Collaborate with the Food Service Director clinical teams and hospital leadership to meet evolving catering needs.
Maintain exceptional food quality and presentation for all catered meals and events.
Supervise catering cooks and support staff ensuring smooth execution and timely delivery of service.
Train and coach team members to deliver on Thomas Cuisine standards and client expectations.
Manage ordering inventory event setup/breakdown and catering-related equipment.
Uphold all food safety sanitation and HACCP standards in catering environments.
Support budgetary goals through cost-effective menu planning portion control and labor oversight.
Build and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication flexibility and professionalism.
Lead by example modeling Thomas Cuisines values of Integrity Ownership Passion Teamwork and Humility.
What You Will Need
Minimum 3 years of culinary and catering leadership experience preferably in healthcare higher education or hospitality settings.
Strong understanding of catering logistics client service and food safety protocols.
Demonstrated success managing budgets labor and inventory within catering operations.
Excellent organizational and time management skills; ability to manage multiple events simultaneously.
ServSafe Certification and local food handlers card (or willingness to obtain).
Strong communication skills and the ability to lead diverse teams with professionalism and empathy.
Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends as required by events.
Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs. stand for extended periods and perform typical kitchen and catering duties.
Schedule and Compensation
Schedule: Typically Monday through Friday; must be available for occasional evening or weekend events.
Wage Range: $65000$72000 annually based on experience eligible annual bonus based on performance.
Whats in It for You
When you join Thomas Cuisine we care about your growth and well-being. This full-time role includes:
Comprehensive health benefits Medical dental and vision plans with multiple options
Financial wellness support 401(k) with company match on-demand pay and end-of-year profit sharing
Work-life balance PTO paid holidays and family-friendly leave
Wellness initiatives Free behavioral health support fitness memberships and more
Career growth opportunities Ongoing training advancement pathways and referral bonuses
Why Thomas Cuisine
Founded in 1986 Thomas Cuisine is an award-winning privately held contract food service company committed to fresh scratch-made food and real service. We believe food has the power to heal connect and transform lives.
We are not a typical food service contractorwere culinary-driven values-focused and people-first. We proudly serve healthcare systems senior living education and corporate campuses across the country with integrity humility and heart.
REAL Food Genuine Service Enduring Relationships
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
