Executive Chef: Healthcare Dining Leader

Aramark

Salinas (CA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Aramark Healthcare+ is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary production at Salinas Valley Health Medical Center in Salinas, California. The role oversees patient dining, retail, and catering, directing a team of culinary professionals and partnering with hospital leaders to deliver exceptional hospitality and dining experiences.

The position emphasizes high standards for food quality, safety, and presentation, with relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

  • 4+ years progressive culinary leadership experience.
  • Executive Chef level experience in healthcare or high-volume dining.
  • Experience with large-scale food operations and inventory management.

Responsibilities

  • Lead all culinary operations for patient dining, retail dining, catering, and special events.
  • Oversee food production, presentation, quality assurance, and food safety standards.
  • Manage and develop a culinary team consisting of leaders, sous chefs, and 30+ hourly associates.
  • Foster a positive and inclusive work environment while coaching and developing team members.
  • Ensure compliance with Aramark and healthcare foodservice standards.
  • Utilize food production and inventory systems to support forecasting, production planning, and waste reduction.
  • Monitor and manage food cost, labor cost, inventory, and overall financial performance.

Skills

People leadership
Healthcare dining
Operations management
Food safety

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Tools

Prima

Job description

Aramark Healthcare+ is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary production at Salinas Valley Health Medical Center in Salinas, California. The role oversees patient dining, retail, and catering, directing a team of culinary professionals and partnering with hospital leaders to deliver exceptional hospitality and dining experiences.

The position emphasizes high standards for food quality, safety, and presentation, with relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.

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