U.S. Department of Health & Human Services

Chef/Production Manager

Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate's or bachelor's degree in culinary arts with 5+ years of experience as a sous or executive chef
  • Experience in fine dining, hotels/resorts, country clubs, or healthcare/senior living
  • Strong computer skills for documentation and ordering processes
  • Passion for food and commitment to professional growth
  • Willingness to relocate for promotional opportunities

Responsibilities

  • Build and lead a skilled kitchen team focused on high-quality food production
  • Foster a positive team environment to enhance morale and respect
  • Create innovative menus aligned with current culinary trends
  • Ensure patient and customer satisfaction continuously improves
  • Oversee recruiting, training, scheduling, and management of team members
  • Implement and monitor quality control for food integrity
  • Drive compliance with health and safety regulations
  • Manage forecasting, inventory, ordering, and budget compliance

Benefits

  • Paid time off for vacation and sick leave
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions
  • Employee Assistance Program for support
  • Opportunities for career development and ongoing training
Full Job Description
Location:
Conemaugh Health System

Pay Rate:
Salary - Salary Plan, 90,000.00 USD Annual

Work Shift:
7:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. (United States of America)

Job Description

We're looking for a friendly, compassionate, leader to join our culinary team!

Support the healing journey for patients and their loved ones by delivering high-quality food service in a healthcare environment. Share your passion for your craft, respect for great food, and an appreciation for our chef-led philosophy. Enjoy most nights and weekends off while growing your career and income in an engaging and rewarding environment.

Responsibilities
  • Build a well-trained and motivated team that produces high-quality food while adhering to safety, sanitation, and service principles
  • Provide leadership that supports a team environment that fosters morale, passion, quality, and respect
  • Develop creative menus that are in sync with current market trends
  • Demonstrate continuous ability to maintain and/or improve customer and patient satisfaction
  • Lead and manage team member recruiting, training, development, scheduling, and assignments
  • Execute, maintain, and monitor quality control systems to protect food integrity
  • Drive compliance with health, safety, and industry regulatory agencies
  • Manage forecasting, recipe costing, inventory, ordering, production, planning, schedules, payroll, and supplies to ensure budget compliance


Skills
  • Kitchen Skills: Knife skills, cutting techniques, recipe preparation, live-action cooking
  • Interpersonal Skills: Ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization
  • Communication: Effective written, spoken, and non-verbal communication as well as presentation skills
  • Customer Service: Service-oriented mentality with a focus on exceeding expectations
  • Professionalism: Maintain a positive and professional demeanor
  • Decision Making: Ability to quickly make sound decisions and judgments
  • Proactivity: Self-motivated with the ability to effectively prioritize projects and needs
  • Team Player: Willingness to collaborate and provide support where needed to achieve outcomes
  • Business Ethics: Demonstrate integrity, respect, and discretion in all business dealings
  • Organization: Attention to detail and ability to effectively manage tasks in a fast-paced environment


Requirements
  • Associate's or bachelor's degree from an accredited culinary program plus 5+ years experience as a sous or executive chef in fine dining, hotels/resorts, country clubs, or healthcare/senior living
  • Computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, email, and ordering platforms
  • A passion for food, a desire to grow, and a work ethic that supports both
  • Must be willing to relocate for promotion opportunities


Not Required But a Big Plus
  • Proficiency in languages other than English, especially Spanish
  • Familiarity with OSHA, The Joint Commission, and other regulatory requirements
  • Familiarity with HACCP procedures


What We Offer
  • Paid time off (vacation and sick)
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Career development and ongoing training


Important to Know
  • Many healthcare facilities require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption in place.
  • Veterans and candidates with military experience are encouraged to apply.


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