Lead Chef Supervisor - Kitchen Ops & Training

01 The Valley Hospital; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 4,041,878 - 5,051,659; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Assistance

Life Insurance

Wellness Time Off

Commuter Benefit Plans

Fitness Center Discount

Day Care Discounts

Job summary

The Valley Hospital in Paramus, NJ is seeking a Chef Supervisor to oversee daily kitchen production and sanitation in collaboration with the Manager, Executive Chef. You will train staff, assist with VIP catering, and ensure quality and portion control using standardized recipes.

Requirements include a high school diploma, ServSafe certification, and 3-5 years of supervisory kitchen experience. Strong English communication and ability to work extended hours are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; ServSafe certification preferred.
• 3-5 years experience in a supervisory kitchen role.
• Ability to supervise daily production and sanitation, train staff, and handle VIP catering.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, portion control, and recipe adherence.
• Effective communication and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily kitchen operations and sanitation in coordination with the Manager, Executive Chef.
• Assist in staff training and development; ensure adherence to standardized recipes.
• Coordinate VIP catering and employee events as needed.
• Manage ordering and inventory to meet menu requirements.
• Support health-code compliance and maintain quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Staff training

Food preparation

Sanitation standards

Batch cooking

Menu planning

Education

High school diploma

ServSafe certification

Tools

Ovens

Steam kettles

Groen pan

Slicing machine

Chopper

Job description

The Valley Hospital in Paramus, NJ is seeking a Chef Supervisor to oversee daily kitchen production and sanitation in collaboration with the Manager, Executive Chef. You will train staff, assist with VIP catering, and ensure quality and portion control using standardized recipes.

Requirements include a high school diploma, ServSafe certification, and 3-5 years of supervisory kitchen experience. Strong English communication and ability to work extended hours are essential.