Executive Chef

HHS Culinary and Nutrition Solutions, LLC (USA); Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career development and ongoing培训

Job summary

HHS Culinary and Nutrition Solutions, LLC (USA) is seeking a friendly, compassionate leader to join our healthcare culinary team. You will oversee a chef-led kitchen, develop creative menus, and drive high-quality patient and staff meals while maintaining safety, sanitation, and service standards.

You will recruit and develop a skilled team, manage costs and forecasting, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver exceptional dining experiences in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree from an accredited culinary program plus 5+ years as 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.
• Languages other than English are a plus; familiarity with OSHA, The Joint Commission, and HACCP procedures.
• Legal eligibility to work and willingness to relocate for promotion opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Lead a trained culinary team to deliver high-quality, safe food service in a healthcare setting.
• Develop creative menus aligned with market trends and patient needs.
• Recruit, train, schedule, and manage team performance and morale.
• Ensure quality control and regulatory compliance across operations.
• Oversee forecasting, recipe costing, inventory, production, and budget adherence.

Skills

Knife skills

Leadership

Menu development

Forecasting

Team leadership

Communication

Customer service

Decision making

Organization

Education

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in culinary arts

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Email

Ordering platforms

Job description

Location:Conemaugh Health SystemPay Rate:Salary - Salary Plan, 90,000.00 USD AnnualWork Shift:Job DescriptionWe’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.ResponsibilitiesBuild a well-trained and motivated team that produces high-quality food while adhering to safety, sanitation, and service principlesProvide leadership that supports a team environment that fosters morale, passion, quality, and respectDevelop creative menus that are in sync with current market trendsDemonstrate continuous ability to maintain and/or improve customer and patient satisfactionLead and manage team member recruiting, training, development, scheduling, and assignmentsExecute, maintain, and monitor quality control systems to protect food integrityDrive compliance with health, safety, and industry regulatory agenciesManage forecasting, recipe costing, inventory, ordering, production, planning, schedules, payroll, and supplies to ensure budget complianceSkillsKitchen Skills: Knife skills, cutting techniques, recipe preparation, live-action cookingInterpersonal Skills: Ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organizationCommunication: Effective written, spoken, and non-verbal communication as well as presentation skillsCustomer Service: Service-oriented mentality with a focus on exceeding expectationsProfessionalism: Maintain a positive and professional demeanorDecision Making: Ability to quickly make sound decisions and judgmentsProactivity: Self-motivated with the ability to effectively prioritize projects and needsTeam Player: Willingness to collaborate and provide support where needed to achieve outcomesBusiness Ethics: Demonstrate integrity, respect, and discretion in all business dealingsOrganization: Attention to detail and ability to effectively manage tasks in a fast-paced environmentRequirementsAssociate’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 livingComputer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, email, and ordering platformsA passion for food, a desire to grow, and a work ethic that supports bothMust be willing to relocate for promotion opportunitiesNot Required But a Big PlusProficiency in languages other than English, especially SpanishFamiliarity with OSHA, The Joint Commission, and other regulatory requirementsFamiliarity with HACCP proceduresWhat We OfferPaid time off (vacation and sick)Medical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with employer matchEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Career development and ongoing trainingImportant to KnowMany 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.HHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to workplace diversity and inclusion.Who is HHSHHS is a private, family-owned business dedicated to caring for its team members and providing honest, quality-driven customer service. Founded in 1975 as Hospital Housekeeping Systems, today HHS provides services including housekeeping, food, and facility management to nearly 1,000 customers across six industries.We are growing rapidly and seeking motivated leaders to join us for the next stage of our journey. We support and encourage growth from within and believe that we have countless future leaders in our organization who are waiting for their next opportunity. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Team supports a work environment where individuals of all backgrounds are heard, respected, and encouraged to grow.App-CNS