Chef Supervisor, Valley Dining, Full Time, Day

01 The Valley Hospital; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 4,041,878 - 5,051,659; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Assistance

Life Insurance

Wellness Time Off

Commuter Benefit Plans

Fitness Center Discount

Day Care Discounts

Job summary

The Valley Hospital in Paramus, NJ is seeking a Chef Supervisor to oversee daily kitchen production and sanitation in collaboration with the Manager, Executive Chef. You will train staff, assist with VIP catering, and ensure quality and portion control using standardized recipes.

Requirements include a high school diploma, ServSafe certification, and 3-5 years of supervisory kitchen experience. Strong English communication and ability to work extended hours are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; ServSafe certification preferred.
• 3-5 years experience in a supervisory kitchen role.
• Ability to supervise daily production and sanitation, train staff, and handle VIP catering.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, portion control, and recipe adherence.
• Effective communication and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily kitchen operations and sanitation in coordination with the Manager, Executive Chef.
• Assist in staff training and development; ensure adherence to standardized recipes.
• Coordinate VIP catering and employee events as needed.
• Manage ordering and inventory to meet menu requirements.
• Support health-code compliance and maintain quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Staff training

Food preparation

Sanitation standards

Batch cooking

Menu planning

Education

High school diploma

ServSafe certification

Tools

Ovens

Steam kettles

Groen pan

Slicing machine

Chopper

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Chef Supervisor works in conjunction with the Manager, Executive Chef assuming supervisory responsibilities of the daily production and sanitation of the kitchen. Assists the Manager, Executive Chef in the training and development of staff. Completes catering of VIP functions and employee special events when necessary. Maintains responsibility for the preparation of all foods, constantly striving to improve food and service by maintaining high standards regarding quality food production, sanitation, and portion control using standardized recipes. Maintains responsibility for using appropriate quantities of food needed to meet menu requirements. Utilizes pre-preparation and batch cooking techniques. Orders food supplies on a daily basis when needed. Assumes Manager, Executive Chef`s supervisory responsibility on his/her scheduled days off and in his/her absence. Available to work beyond normal working hours, weekends and holidays, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary, etc.; must stay abreast of current health and sanitary codes. Demonstrates an understanding of, and embraces, the mission statement of Valley Hospital.

EDUCATION

High school diploma or equivalent required. Secondary education in cooking/food preparation preferred. ServSafe certification.

EXPERIENCE

3-5 years experience preparing meals in a supervisory role preferred.

SPECIAL SKILLS

Must be able to use ovens, steam kettles, groen pan, slicing machine, chopper and other cooking equipment. Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities ensuring optimal quality at point of service. Must be able to cook ala carte style. Must be able to follow recipes. Must maintain care and use of supplies and equipment. Follows all industry and regulatory agency procedures and requirements. Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand English. Must function independently, have flexibility and personal integrity. Good communication and interaction skills. Must demonstrate emotional stability and be able to relate to the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times, hostile people within the organization including patients, family members, staff, visitors, etc. Ability to perform work accurately and pay attention to details. Must be able to competently function under pressure and with interruptions. Must maintain composure during stressful situations and changing work environment related to changing Department needs. Ability to utilize effective time management to set priorities, effectively problem solve and perform related responsibilities.

JOB LOCATION

The Valley Hospital-Paramus Shift Day (United States of America)

BENEFITS

• Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
• Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D(Full Time Employees)
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans
• Supplemental Voluntary Benefits ( e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (varies)
• Wellness Time Off
• Extended Illness Retirement Plan
• Tuition Assistance Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
• Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities

SALARY

Joining Valley Health System means becoming part of a dedicated team that values the highest quality of care in a supportive environment. In our commitment to high performance and reliability, we encourage and recognize exceptional individual performance through our industry leading compensation practices including a starting salary and benefits in accordance with your role, experience, education, and licensure. Actual individual salaries vary depending on these factors. The salary listed does not include other forms of compensation or benefits. Pay Range: $29.34 - $36.67 (per hour)

EEO STATEMENT

Valley Health System does not discriminate on the basis of ancestry, age, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, civil union status, color, creed, disability, domestic partnership, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, marital status, medical condition or illness, mental or physical handicap, national origin, nationality, perceived disability, pregnancy, race, refusal to submit to genetic testing or make available results of such tests, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other protected basis, in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws. This applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment.

ABOUT US

Valley Health System is proud of our commitment to improving the lives of our patients, our staff, and the communities we serve. When you join Valley, you’re joining a team of people who believe in delivering quality care in a supportive environment where top performance is both nurtured and recognized. Our culture is built on going the extra mile, doing what’s right, and always striving to be better together.