Executive Chef Lake Wales

1103 Team Member Services; Lake Wales (FL); Presencial; USD 50.000 - 93.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical

Dental

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Descripción de la vacante

AdventHealth is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead culinary operations across patient services, café, lounge, and catering in Lake Wales, FL. You will develop menus, train staff, manage procurement and costs, and ensure compliance with HACCP and health standards.

The role requires strong leadership, budgeting experience, and a customer-focused mindset. Join a faith-based health system focused on holistic well-being and compassionate care.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3+ years in customer service and executive chef/food service management (preferred).
• 5+ years in purchasing/analyzing department budgets (preferred).
• Experience in a high-volume food service operation and in customer service environments.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement standardized recipes and menus aligning with guidelines and operational goals.
• Train and mentor culinary staff in food prep, sanitation, and service excellence.
• Manage inventory, purchasing, and cost control to maintain budget and minimize waste.
• Ensure HACCP, Joint Commission, and state/local health standards through audits and corrective actions.
• Oversee culinary operations for patient services, café, lounge, and catering; ensure quality, presentation, and safety.

Conocimientos

Food service management

Budget analysis

Customer service

Leadership

Menu planning

Regulatory compliance

HACCP knowledge

Communication skills

English proficiency

Team supervision

Educación

Bachelor's

Herramientas

CBORD

Descripción del empleo

Our promise to you

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits
• Schedule: Full time
• Shift: Day (United States of America)
• Address: 410 S 11th St
• City: Lake Wales
• State: Florida
• Postal Code: 33853

Job Description

• Develop and implement standardized recipes and menus that align with nutritional guidelines, customer preferences, and operational goals.
• Train and mentor culinary staff in food preparation techniques, sanitation practices, and service excellence to foster a high-performing, engaged team.
• Manage inventory, purchasing, and cost control processes to maintain budget compliance and minimize waste.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with HACCP, Joint Commission, and state/local health standards through routine audits, documentation, and corrective actions.
• Oversee all culinary operations for patient services, café, physician lounge, and catering, ensuring food quality, presentation, and safety standards are consistently met.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Computer knowledge and skill including the ability to use MS Office spreadsheet applications and word processing programs.
• [Required] Experience in purchasing and analyzing department budgets.
• [Required] Working knowledge of complex, multi-faceted, high volume food service operation.
• [Required] Experience in a customer service environment with demonstrated excellent customer skills.
• [Required] Ability to concurrently manage multiple operations and maintain composure under pressure.
• [Required] Ability to organize, lead, motivate and direct culturally diverse work teams and function in a management role; must demonstrate effective communication and teamwork skills.
• [Required] Ability to instruct in all phases of culinary activity and lead change processes.
• [Required] Proven ability in menu planning and recipe development.
• [Required] Must have strong marketing and promotion skills.
• [Required] Computer proficiency required in addition to excellent interpersonal skills.
• [Required] Ability to read, write and speak English in order to effectively communicate and interact with internal and external customers and the media.
• [Required] Basic arithmetic skills.
• [Required] Knowledge of patient nutrition and ability to address age-appropriate considerations and safety needs of patient populations.
• [Required] Ability to utilize culinary techniques and teach others these techniques.
• [Required] Creative, innovative, and receptive to change.
• [Required] Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• [Required] Knowledge of hospital/corporate systems and patient satisfaction surveys.
• [Preferred] Bi-Lingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• [Preferred] Working knowledge of CBORD foodservice software systems.

Education

• Bachelor's

Field of Study

• N/A

Work Experience

• 3+ experience in customer service and executive chef or food service management [Preferred]
• 5+ years in purchasing/analyzing department budgets [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications

• ServeSafe Certification (SERV)
• OR ServSafe – Food Protection Manager Certification (CFPM)
• OR National Registry of Food Safety Professionals – Food Protection Manager Certification (CFPM)
• OR StateFoodSafety – Food Protection Manager Certification (CFPM)
• OR Learn2Serve – Food Protection Manager Certification (CFPM)
• OR Responsible Training – Food Protection Manager Certification (CFPM)
• OR AAA Food Handler – Food Protection Manager Certification (CFPM)
• OR WFSO-USA – Food Protection Manager Certification (CFPM)
• OR FoodSafePal – Food Protection Manager Certification (CFPM)
• OR EduClasses – Food Protection Manager Certification (CFPM)
• OR MyFoodServiceLicense – Food Protection Manager Certification (CFPM)
• OR Trust20 – Food Protection Manager Certification (CFPM)
• OR Always Food Safe – Food Protection Manager Certification (CFPM)
• OR Userve – Food Protection Manager Certification (CFPM) [Required]

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements: Please click the link below to view work requirements

Pay Range

Pay Range: $50,211.20 - $93,392.00

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law. Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/. This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we’re committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.