Executive Chef

Title: Executive Chef

State Role Title:Food Service Technician III

Hiring Range: $45000 - $60000

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept of Veterans Services

Location:Davis & McDaniel Vet Care Ctr

Agency Website:

Recruitment Type: Agency Employee Only - A

Job Duties

Creates innovative recipes and menus that are pleasing and meets residents health needs. Ensures proper recipes are being utilized and updated as needed. Plans and reviews menus prior to food preparation; reviews diet changes and ensures menus are maintained and followed in accordance with established procedures. Oversee food and non-food ordering and inventory control while assuring that necessary products are available when needed and maintain compliance with budgetary constraints. Makes all decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products. Produces menu items for catered or other special events. Ensures that food and supplies are available for the next meals and assist in inventorying reporting and storing incoming foods and supplies. Reports any hazardous conditions equipment accidents and incidents. Coordinates Nutrition Services with other departments.
Prepares and serves food and meals in accordance with planned menus diet plans recipes proper use of portion control temperature procedures and facility policies. Reviews menus prior to tray line operation. Reviews over produced foods and utilizes as alternates. Assists in checking trays for menu and diet preferences and accuracy. Ensures proper storage of foods and supplies. Follows directions of supervisors and adhere to all policies and procedures. Utilizes universal precautions and adheres to all safety regulations and procedures. May deliver and pick up all trays going to and from their assigned unit. Follows proper sanitation procedures. Assists the Director of Nutrition Services and/or Nutrition Managers in interviewing hiring supervising coaching evaluating performance managing. Will also assist the cooks and cooks assistants in setting and meeting performance goals. Develop and monitor performance and responsibilities of assigned staff while monitoring staffing patterns. Meets with cooks and cooks assistants for progressive development to improve services to the residents. Communicates with residents as needed to ensure concerns are being addressed. Oversee a monthly resident food committee meeting. Directs and assists in the cleaning and sanitizing work areas and equipment. Follows all safety infection control and sanitation guidelines. Responsible for keeping his/her own working area clean. Assists with any other cleaning duties in the kitchen and dining room that is necessary in order to maintain a high standard of sanitation. Assists in promoting positive relationships with residents family members visitors and co-workers. Performs other duties that may be assigned that are within the Nutrition Services Departments goals and as situations warrant in meeting the overall needs of the facility. Attends and participates in training and in-service education; assists in departmental orientation and training of other staff.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledgeable of food service operations and have the ability to carry out the responsibilities of the position. Knowledge of food safety and food preparation techniques. Experience working as a cook/chef required. Must be able to read write and communicate effectively with others. Must possess the physical ability to carry-out the duties of the position with reasonable accommodations. Must be able to work required overtime. May be required to stand for extended periods of time. Meet all health requirements as prescribed. May be required to lift items weighing up to 50 lbs. Must have communication and interpersonal skills sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.

Additional Considerations

None

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

The Commonwealth does not provide sponsorship; therefore applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S. a Lawful Permanent Resident or an alien authorized to work.

Salaries for current state employees will be determined according to the current state compensation plan.

For consideration for this position candidates MUST apply online at . Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job related knowledge skills and abilities. Applications submitted via postal mail email or fax will not be considered. Please contact us if you need assistance.

In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealths Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department of Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable from DARS.

Contact Information

Name: Kristen Johnson

Phone: Ext. 4903

Email:

In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.