Sous Chef

HHS Culinary and Nutrition Solutions, LLC (USA); Lewiston (ID); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Career development

Job summary

HHS Culinary and Nutrition Solutions, LLC (USA) seeks a friendly, compassionate culinary leader to join our hospital kitchen team at St Joseph Regional Medical Center. You will develop menus, lead a skilled team, and ensure high-quality, safe food service in a healthcare setting.

This role emphasizes leadership, training, and collaboration with managers, with opportunities for growth into executive chef roles. Must have culinary credential and willingness to relocate for promotion.

Qualifications

• A cook’s certificate or associate’s degree from an accredited culinary program, or 5+ years of experience as a sous chef or kitchen manager.
• Computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, email, and ordering platforms.
• A passion for food, a desire to grow, and a work ethic that supports both.

Responsibilities

• Build a well-trained and motivated team that produces high-quality food while adhering to safety, sanitation, and service principles.
• Provide leadership that supports a team environment that fosters morale, passion, quality, and respect.
• Develop creative menus that are in sync with current market trends.
• Drive compliance with health, safety, and industry regulatory agencies.

Skills

Knife skills

Cooking techniques

Leadership

Menu development

Communication

Team player

Customer service

Education

Culinary certificate or associate degree

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Email

Ordering platforms

Job description

Location:St Joseph Regional Medical CenterPay Rate:Salary - Salary Plan, 70,000.00 USD AnnualWork Shift:Job DescriptionWe’re looking for a friendly, compassionate, leader to join our culinary team!Support the healing journey for patients and their loved ones by delivering high-quality food service in a healthcare environment. Share your passion for your craft, respect for great food, and an appreciation for our chef-led philosophy. Enjoy most nights and weekends off while growing your career and income in an engaging and rewarding environment.ResponsibilitiesBuild a well-trained and motivated team that produces high-quality food while adhering to safety, sanitation, and service principlesProvide leadership that supports a team environment that fosters morale, passion, quality, and respectBe open-minded and ready to learn from your manager and team members alikeDevelop creative menus that are in sync with current market trendsDemonstrate continuous ability to maintain and/or improve customer and patient satisfactionSupport team member recruiting, training, development, scheduling, and assignmentsExecute, maintain, and monitor quality control systems to protect food integrityDrive compliance with health, safety, and industry regulatory agenciesSkillsKitchen Skills: Knife skills, cutting techniques, recipe preparation, live-action cookingInterpersonal Skills: Ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organizationCommunication: Effective written, spoken, and non-verbal communication as well as presentation skillsCustomer Service: Service-oriented mentality with a focus on exceeding expectationsProfessionalism: Maintain a positive and professional demeanorProactivity: Self-motivated with the ability to effectively prioritize projects and needsTeam Player: Willingness to collaborate and provide support where needed to achieve outcomesBusiness Ethics: Demonstrate integrity, respect, and discretion in all business dealingsOrganization: Attention to detail and ability to effectively manage tasks in a fast-paced environmentRequirementsA cook’s certificate or associate’s degree from an accredited culinary program, or 5+ years of experience as a sous chef or kitchen managerComputer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, email, and ordering platformsA passion for food, a desire to grow, and a work ethic that supports bothMust be willing to relocate for promotion opportunitiesNot Required But a Big PlusProficiency in languages other than English, especially SpanishFamiliarity with OSHA, The Joint Commission, and other regulatory requirementsWhat We OfferPaid time off (vacation and sick)Medical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with employer matchEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Career development and ongoing training - executive chef opportunitiesImportant to KnowMany healthcare facilities require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption in place.Veterans and candidates with military experience are encouraged to apply.HHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to workplace diversity and inclusion.Who is HHSHHS is a private, family-owned business dedicated to caring for its team members and providing honest, quality-driven customer service. Founded in 1975 as Hospital Housekeeping Systems, today HHS provides services including housekeeping, food, and facility management to nearly 1,000 customers across six industries.We are growing rapidly and seeking motivated leaders to join us for the next stage of our journey. We support and encourage growth from within and believe that we have countless future leaders in our organization who are waiting for their next opportunity. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Team supports a work environment where individuals of all backgrounds are heard, respected, and encouraged to grow.