Executive Chef — Healthcare Culinary Leader

IHA; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health is seeking an Executive Chef to oversee the Regional Health Ministry's Food & Nutrition Services, directing day-to-day culinary operations, quality control, and staff development across a high-volume campus. You will lead by example, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive culinary excellence within THS standards.

You will collaborate with clinical dietitians to support patient care, develop menus, and implement cost-control strategies while sustaining service quality and patient

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited culinary program or equivalent degree.
• 3–5 years progressive experience in healthcare foodservice management.
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse, collaborative culture.
• Leadership, analytical, organizational, planning, delegation, coaching, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with Trinity Health policies and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day culinary operations and quality control.
• Train and develop kitchen staff; cultivate talent and engagement.
• Coordinate menus, sanitation practices, and THS standards across FANS.
• Assist in budget reviews and cost-control measures with leadership.
• Collaborate with clinical dietitians to ensure optimal patient care.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team management

Food safety

Regulatory compliance

Menu planning

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Trinity Health is seeking an Executive Chef to oversee the Regional Health Ministry's Food & Nutrition Services, directing day-to-day culinary operations, quality control, and staff development across a high-volume campus. You will lead by example, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive culinary excellence within THS standards.

You will collaborate with clinical dietitians to support patient care, develop menus, and implement cost-control strategies while sustaining service quality and patient