Healthcare Chef Manager: Lead Kitchen & Programs

Aramark; Waxahachie (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark Healthcare+ is seeking a Chef Manager to lead the kitchen at Baylor Scott and White Waxahachie Hospital in Waxahachie, TX. You will mentor culinary staff, develop menus, ensure safety standards, and partner with the Food Service Director to meet budget goals.

This hands-on role focuses on culinary excellence, staff development, and high-quality patient and client dining experiences while delivering consistent results in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of leadership experience in a culinary setting.
• 2–3 years of post-high school education or equivalent experience.
• Culinary degree preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession.
• Experiential knowledge of management of people and/or problems.
• Excellent oral, reading and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Train and manage kitchen staff and coordinate culinary activities.
• Estimate food consumption and requisition or purchase food.
• Select and develop recipes and standardize production for consistency.
• Establish presentation standards and plan/price menus.
• Ensure proper equipment operation and kitchen sanitation.
• Oversee catering events and may provide culinary instruction.

Education

2-3 years of post-high school education or equivalent experience

Culinary Degree preferred

2-3 years of leadership culinary experience

Oral, reading and written communication skills

Job description

Aramark Healthcare+ is seeking a Chef Manager to lead the kitchen at Baylor Scott and White Waxahachie Hospital in Waxahachie, TX. You will mentor culinary staff, develop menus, ensure safety standards, and partner with the Food Service Director to meet budget goals.

This hands-on role focuses on culinary excellence, staff development, and high-quality patient and client dining experiences while delivering consistent results in a fast-paced hospital environment.