Sous Chef - Relocation Assistance Available

HHS; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Employee Assistance Program

Career development

Job summary

HHS is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to lead a fast-paced kitchen focused on patient-centered meals and high standards of quality. The role emphasizes collaboration with the team, training, and ensuring safety and sanitation compliance in a hospital food service setting.

The successful candidate will develop menus that reflect current market trends, mentor staff, and maintain excellent customer service and morale while supporting relocation for career growth.

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.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen staff to ensure safety, sanitation, and service quality.
• Develop creative menus aligned with current market trends.
• Drive customer and patient satisfaction through quality food and service.
• Recruit, train, schedule, and develop team members.
• Oversee quality control systems to protect food integrity and compliance with regulations.

Skills

Knife skills

Cutting techniques

Recipe preparation

Live-action cooking

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Customer service

Professionalism

Proactivity

Team player

Business ethics

Organization

Education

Culinary degree or 5+ yrs experience

Tools

MS Office

Ordering platforms

Job description

Sous Chef - Relocation Assistance Available

HHS

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

Be open-minded and ready to learn from your manager and team members alike

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

• Kitchen Skills: Knife skills, cutting techniques, recipe preparation, live-action cooking
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization
• Communication: Effective written, spoken, and non-verbal communication as well as presentation skills
• Customer Service: Service-oriented mentality with a focus on exceeding expectations
• Professionalism: Maintain a positive and professional demeanor
• Proactivity: Self-motivated with the ability to effectively prioritize projects and needs
• Team Player: Willingness to collaborate and provide support where needed to achieve outcomes
• Business Ethics: Demonstrate integrity, respect, and discretion in all business dealings
• Organization: Attention to detail and ability to effectively manage tasks in a fast-paced environment

Requirements

• 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
• Must be willing to relocate for promotion opportunities

Not Required But a Big Plus

• Proficiency in languages other than English, especially Spanish
• Familiarity with OSHA, The Joint Commission, and other regulatory requirements

What We Offer

• Paid time off (vacation and sick)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career development and ongoing training - executive chef opportunities

Important to Know

Many 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 HHS

HHS 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.