Chef

Job Description

Were seeking an experienced culinary leader to oversee all food production culinary and kitchen operations for a high-volume healthcare environment. This role is responsible for delivering exceptional food service to patients retail dining outlets cafeterias and catering operations while leading a diverse team of culinary and support staff. This leader will be responsible for maintaining food quality regulatory compliance labor management staff development and operational excellence across all culinary functions. Were looking for a proven culinary leader who can see the big picture while remaining engaged in day-to-day operations. The ideal candidate is someone who can effectively balance people leadership operational excellence and strategic planning.

• Provide leadership training and direction to culinary leadership teams cooks production staff and dish teams.
• Oversee all retail culinary operations patient meal production and hospital catering services.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety sanitation and healthcare dietary regulations.
• Manage food and labor budgets while maintaining operational efficiency.
• Develop menus recipes and food offerings that meet quality standards and patient dietary requirements.
• Delegate daily operational responsibilities and workload assignments across culinary and support teams.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards throughout all kitchen preparation and production areas.
• Manage purchasing and ordering processes to support menu rotations and operational needs.
• Conduct hiring coaching performance management and employee development activities.
• Build staffing schedules and ensure adequate coverage based on business volumes.
• Provide leadership presence during off-hours and assist with staffing coverage as needed.

• Base schedule is Thursday through Monday
• Typical hours are 12:00 PM to 8:30 PM
• Must be willing to assist with staff call-offs PTO coverage and operational needs as they arise

Required Qualifications:

• Culinary degree required
• 10-15 years of culinary experience
• 3-4 years of culinary management leadership experience
• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or Executive Chef
• Experience in high-volume fast-paced food service environments
• Strong understanding of food production catering sanitation and kitchen operations
• Proven ability to lead multiple workgroups and departments simultaneously

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