Head Chef — Wellness Kitchen Leader (Healthcare)

Boca Recovery Center; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Disability Coverage

Paid Time Off

Continuing Education & Professional De

Job summary

Boca Recovery Center is seeking a Head Chef for our Galloway, NJ facility to lead culinary operations and deliver nutritionally balanced meals for clients and staff. The role emphasizes leadership, menu creativity, and adherence to therapeutic dietary plans.

This full-time position offers competitive compensation based on experience and certification, with opportunities for professional development in a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare food service or large group catering is required.
• One of: accredited dietetic technician/assistant program; 90-hour supervision course with dietitian supervision; or equivalent military training.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement seasonal menus for clients with dietary needs.
• Supervise, mentor, and train kitchen staff.
• Ensure efficient kitchen operations: inventory, ordering, cost control.
• Maintain health and safety compliance and sanitation.
• Collaborate with clinical/operational teams on therapeutic meals.
• Maintain temperature logs and quality control.

Skills

Leadership

Healthcare food service

Menu planning

Staff supervision

Quality & safety

Education

Dietetic technician program

90-hour food service supervision course

Military food service supervision training

Job description

Boca Recovery Center is seeking a Head Chef for our Galloway, NJ facility to lead culinary operations and deliver nutritionally balanced meals for clients and staff. The role emphasizes leadership, menu creativity, and adherence to therapeutic dietary plans.

This full-time position offers competitive compensation based on experience and certification, with opportunities for professional development in a healthcare setting.