Lead Chef & Kitchen Supervisor

Valley Health System; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 39,950 - 50,971; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision

Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D

Flexible Spending Accounts

Commuter Benefit Plans

Wellness Time Off

Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

EAP

Fitness Center Membership Discount

Day Care Discounts

Job summary

The Valley Hospital-Paramus is seeking a Chef Supervisor to oversee daily production and sanitation, working with the Manager, Executive Chef to train staff and coordinate VIP catering and employee events.

You will ensure quality food production, portion control, and standard recipes, manage ordering of daily supplies, and adapt to changing departmental needs while maintaining compliance with health codes and mission alignment with Valley Health System.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; ServSafe certification preferred.
• 3–5 years experience preparing meals in a supervisory role preferred.
• Must be able to use ovens, steam kettles, groen pan, slicing machine, chopper and other cooking equipment.
• Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities and follow recipes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production and sanitation of the kitchen.
• Assist training and development of staff with the Manager, Executive Chef.
• Coordinate catering of VIP functions and employee events when necessary.
• Ensure quality food production, sanitation, portion control, and adherence to standardized recipes.
• Order food supplies daily and manage inventory as needed.
• Take supervisory responsibility in the Manager, Executive Chef's absence and after hours when required.

Skills

Ovens

Steam kettles

Groen pan

Slicing machine

Chopper

Follow recipes

English proficiency

Independent worker

Time management

Education

High school diploma

ServSafe certification

Job description

The Valley Hospital-Paramus is seeking a Chef Supervisor to oversee daily production and sanitation, working with the Manager, Executive Chef to train staff and coordinate VIP catering and employee events.

You will ensure quality food production, portion control, and standard recipes, manage ordering of daily supplies, and adapt to changing departmental needs while maintaining compliance with health codes and mission alignment with Valley Health System.