Executive Chef

Cura Hospitality; Whitfield (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (FT Employees)

Dental

Vision

Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident,

Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit

EAP

401k

Sick Time

Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)

Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Cura-Hospitality is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to join our healthcare team at Mississippi State Hospital in Whitfield, MS. You will lead foodservice operations to deliver delicious, healthy meals across services.

You will hire, train and supervise staff, design menus, and ensure food safety and quality. Strong leadership, communication, and scheduling skills are essential, along with at least one year of scratch cooking experience.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of prior experience in a kitchen cooking from scratch.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to manage your schedule and the schedules of others.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service leadership and oversee daily food operations.
• Hire, train, and supervise staff; participate in training sessions and meetings.
• Assist in menu design and purchasing of food items.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen scheduling

Communication

Kitchen experience

Job description

Job Reference Number: 40575

Employment Type: Full‑Time, Onsite

Segment: Healthcare

Brand: Cura-Hospitality

Location: Whitfield, Mississippi (US-MS)

The Role at a Glance

We are looking to add an experienced, enthusiastic Executive Chef to join our healthcare team in Whitfield. As an Executive Chef, you will have the opportunity to ensure that clients receive delicious, healthy food during every service.

Responsibilities

• Addressing customer service needs.
• Helping to hire and train new staff, and attending training sessions and meetings when required.
• Assisting in the purchase of food and designing of menus.

Qualifications

Must‑haves

• At least one year of prior experience working in a kitchen focused on cooking from scratch.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage your own schedule and schedules of others.

Nice‑to‑haves

• Prior management experience, preferably in a culinary environment.
• ServSafe and/or HACCP certification

Where You'll Be Working

Mississippi State Hospital - Whitfield

Benefits

• Medical (FT Employees)
• Dental
• Vision
• Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• Discount Program
• Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
• EAP
• 401k
• Sick Time
• Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
• Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
• Paid Time Off

About Cura

Cura serves hospitals, senior living centers, and other long-term care facilities. We guarantee compassionate service and healthy, delicious meals to ensure that quality of life never diminishes.

About Elior North America

Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.

Disclaimer

This job description can be revised by management as needed.