U.S. Department of Health & Human Services

Culinary Director

Hospitals & Medical Centers
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of food operations experience, including 3+ years in a management role
  • ServSafe Food Service Manager Certification
  • Experience with cash handling policies and procedures
  • Familiarity with various point of sales (POS) systems
  • Proficient in computer skills including Word, spreadsheets, email, and ordering platforms

Responsibilities

  • Manage the food service department to ensure excellent service and quality
  • Communicate with leadership to achieve departmental goals
  • Collaborate with dietitians and chefs for menu development
  • Provide leadership that fosters team morale and respect
  • Maintain and improve customer satisfaction through effective communication
  • Lead team member recruitment, training, and scheduling
  • Perform daily inspections and provide coaching for team members
  • Manage inventory, vendor relationships, and budget compliance
  • Drive compliance with health and safety regulations

Benefits

  • Paid time off including vacation and sick days
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Opportunities for career development and ongoing training
Full Job Description
Location:
Kindred Hospital Dayton

Pay Rate:
Salary - Salary Plan, 70,000.00 USD Biweekly

Work Shift:
All salaried managers are expected to work 50 to 55 hours per week. (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. Deliver excellent patient meal service while exploring creative avenues to make the hospital cafe a community asset-through great food options, a welcoming retail space, local partnerships, and more. Impact the overall health and well-being of every patient and change the perception of hospital food. Enjoy most nights and weekends off while growing your career and income in an engaging and rewarding environment.

Responsibilities
  • Manage the food service department to provide excellent service and quality
  • Communicate with department, facility, and company leadership to achieve goals
  • Collaborate with dietitians and chefs to develop menus that are in line with market trends and deliver nutritional value
  • Provide leadership that supports a team environment that fosters morale, passion, quality, and respect
  • Demonstrate continuous ability to maintain and/or improve customer and patient satisfaction through communication, integrity, and performance
  • Lead team member recruiting, training, development, scheduling, and assignments
  • Perform daily inspections and assessments and coach and counsel team members
  • Manage inventory, ordering, vendor relationships, planning, schedules, payroll, and supplies to ensure budget compliance
  • Implement team-building initiatives to create a positive and safe work environment
  • Drive compliance with health, safety, and industry regulatory agencies


Skills
  • Leadership: Effectively lead and manage a supportive, respectful, and inclusive team
  • 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
  • ServSafe Food Service Manager Certification
  • 5+ years of food operations experience, including 3+ years of management
  • Experience with cash handling policies and procedures
  • Familiarity with various point of sales (POS)/register systems
  • Computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, email, and ordering platforms
  • Must be willing to relocate for promotion opportunities


Not Required But a Big Plus
  • Certified Dietary Manager (CDM)
  • Experience working in a hospital environment
  • Proficiency in languages other than English, especially Spanish


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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