Executive Chef - Multi-site Leadership

HHS Culinary and Nutrition Solutions, LLC (USA); Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

HHS Culinary and Nutrition Solutions, LLC (USA) seeks a strategic culinary leader to join our hospital dietary team in Lake Charles, LA. You will drive high-quality food service, support healing through culinary excellence, and align menus with patient and guest needs.

The role emphasizes chef-led operations, team development, and adherence to safety standards, with competitive pay and growth opportunities in healthcare dining.

Qualifications

• Formal culinary education from an accredited program.
• 5+ years as sous or executive chef in fine dining/healthcare.
• ServSafe Management certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead a well-trained kitchen team while ensuring safety and sanitation.
• Provide leadership to foster morale, quality and respect.
• Develop menus aligned with market trends.
• Maintain customer/patient satisfaction and service quality.
• Recruit, train, schedule and develop team members.

Skills

Knife skills

Live-action cooking

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Customer service

Decision making

Team player

Organization

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s culinary degree

Job description

Location: Lake Charles Memorial Hospital Pay Rate: Salary - Salary Plan, 77,000.00 USD Annual Work Shift: Based on facility's needs (United States of America)

Job Description

We’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.

Responsibilities

• Build a well-trained and motivated team that produces high-quality food while adhering to safety, sanitation, and service principles
• Provide leadership that supports a team environment that fosters morale, passion, quality, and respect
• Develop creative menus that are in sync with current market trends
• Demonstrate continuous ability to maintain and/or improve customer and patient satisfaction
• Lead and manage team member recruiting, training, development, scheduling, and assignments
• Execute, maintain, and monitor quality control systems to protect food integrity
• Drive compliance with health, safety, and industry regulatory agencies
• Manage forecasting, recipe costing, inventory, ordering, production, planning, schedules, payroll, and supplies to ensure budget compliance

Skills

• Kitchen Skills: Knife skills, cutting techniques, recipe preparation, live-action cooking
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization
• Communication: Effective written, spoken, and non-verbal communication as well as presentation skills
• Customer Service: Service-oriented mentality with a focus on exceeding expectations
• Professionalism: Maintain a positive and professional demeanor
• Decision Making: Ability to quickly make sound decisions and judgments
• Proactivity: Self-motivated with the ability to effectively prioritize projects and needs
• Team Player: Willingness to collaborate and provide support where needed to achieve outcomes
• Business Ethics: Demonstrate integrity, respect, and discretion in all business dealings
• Organization: Attention to detail and ability to effectively manage tasks in a fast-paced environment

Requirements

• Associate’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 living
• Computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, email, and ordering platforms
• A passion for food, a desire to grow, and a work ethic that supports both
• Must be willing to relocate for promotion opportunities
• ServSafe Management certification
• Familiarity with HACCP procedures Not Required But a Big Plus
• Proficiency in languages other than English, especially Spanish
• Familiarity with OSHA, The Joint Commission, and other regulatory requirements

What We Offer

• Paid time off (vacation and sick)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career development and ongoing training

Important to Know

• Many 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 HHS

HHS 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. HHS 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.

What We Do

We provide industry-leading support services for aviation, government, healthcare, education, senior living, and resorts across the U.S.