Executive Chef

4 days ago

Elmhurst, New York, United States HHS Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a creative and passionate Executive Chef to lead our culinary team in a senior living setting. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for building a well-trained and driven team that produces high-quality food while following all food safety and work safety programs.

Responsibilities:

  • Protect the quality and integrity of all food produced in the food & nutrition department.
  • Manage inventory, ordering, production planning, schedules, payroll, and supplies to ensure budget compliance.
  • Develop creative menus for the facility's cafeteria and catering program that are in sync with current market trends.
  • Create an atmosphere in the department that fosters great team morale, passion for quality, and respect for each other.
  • Hire and train new team members in a manner that sets them up to be fully competent and passionate about our food programs.
  • Maintain compliance with all requirements of federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines.

Requirements:

  • An associate or bachelor's degree from an accredited culinary program preferred.
  • In lieu of formal culinary training, a minimum of 5 years experience as a sous chef or an executive chef in fine dining establishments, hotels, and/or resorts or country clubs.
  • Excellent written and verbal skills.
  • Fully competent with Microsoft office, ordering platforms, and email communications.
  • A passion for food, a desire to grow, and a work ethic that supports both.

Skills:

  • Able to set up an action station daily that demonstrates your culinary talent, creativity, and customer service skills.
  • All knife skills and all cutting techniques.
  • Recipe costing and forecasting capabilities.
  • Team player, team builder, and team leader.

About HHS

HHS is a leading provider of support services to the healthcare, government, senior living, resort, aviation, and education industries. With over 45 years of experience, we have developed our expertise in integral support services including housekeeping, food services, facility maintenance, and technology. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer a range of benefits and career advancement opportunities based on performance.

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