Sous Chef

HHS Culinary and Nutrition Solutions, LLC (USA); Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career development

Job summary

HHS Culinary and Nutrition Solutions, LLC is seeking a seasoned kitchen leader to join our healthcare culinary team. You will guide a skilled staff, ensure high-quality patient-focused meals, and drive safe, compliant kitchen operations.

Responsibilities include menu development aligned with market trends, staff recruitment and training, and maintaining top-tier food safety standards across shifts. Growth opportunities exist within a chef-led philosophy.

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.
• Excellent leadership to build a well-trained team and manage kitchen operations.
• Familiarity with safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards in healthcare food service.

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.
• Demonstrate continuous ability to maintain and/or improve customer and patient satisfaction.
• Support team member recruiting, training, development, scheduling, and assignments.
• Execute, maintain, and monitor quality control systems to protect food integrity.
• Drive compliance with health, safety, and industry regulatory agencies.

Skills

Knife skills

Recipe preparation

Live-action cooking

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Customer service

Professionalism

Proactivity

Team player

Business ethics

Organization

Education

Cook's certificate or Associate's degree in culinary program

5+ years sous chef/kitchen manager experience

Job description

Location:Bon Secours Southside Regional Medical CenterPay Rate:Salary - Salary Plan, 65,000.00 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.App-CNS