Executive Chef - Patient Dining & Culinary Leader

Culinour; Derby (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Culinour is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations in a client facility in Derby, CT. You will design high-quality meals aligned with patient dietary needs and approved menus, while managing daily kitchen operations with a focus on safety, efficiency, and guest satisfaction.

Reporting to the Director of Hospitality, you’ll mentor staff, drive culinary innovation, and collaborate with procurement and cross-functional teams to ensure top-tier service and adherence to standards.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional culinary experience with at least 3 years in a management or leadership role.
• Culinary expertise across techniques, flavors, cuisines, and latest trends.
• ServSafe certification or equivalent health and safety knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Design and prepare high-quality meals meeting patient dietary needs and approved menus.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations ensuring safety, efficiency, and sanitation standards.
• Train and develop culinary team; lead huddles, track staff performance and records.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and client partners on sourcing and menu planning.
• Support inventory, portion control, and production planning to meet targets.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Communication

Creativity

Adaptability

Food safety

Education

ACF/CIA certification

Job description

Culinour is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations in a client facility in Derby, CT. You will design high-quality meals aligned with patient dietary needs and approved menus, while managing daily kitchen operations with a focus on safety, efficiency, and guest satisfaction.

Reporting to the Director of Hospitality, you’ll mentor staff, drive culinary innovation, and collaborate with procurement and cross-functional teams to ensure top-tier service and adherence to standards.