HHS Culinary and Nutrition Solutions, LLC
Chicago, Illinois
As our Executive Chef, you will lead culinary operations across multiple sites, incorporating innovation and maintaining high standards of compliance. You will leverage your knowledge of nutrition and culinary creativity to craft menus and develop future and hourly culinarians to ensure consistency and excellence in culinary execution. You will work closely with our registered dietitians and other healthcare professionals to create menus that meet the specific dietary needs of our patients, while also incorporating sustainable practices such as reducing food waste and sourcing locally grown ingredients whenever possible while ensuring the extension of these options to the catering and retail environments. This Executive Chef position is at Roseland Community Hospital in Chicago, IL Salary: $75,000 - $78,000/yr 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. 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 Lead and manage 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 Manage forecasting, recipe costing, inventory, ordering, production, planning, schedules, payroll, and supplies to ensure budget compliance 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 Decision Making: Ability to quickly make sound decisions and judgments 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 Associate's or bachelor's degree from an accredited culinary program plus 5+ years experience as a sous or executive chef in fine dining, hotels/resorts, country clubs, or healthcare/senior living 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 Familiarity with HACCP procedures What We Offer Paid time off (vacation and sick) Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with employer match Employee assistance program (EAP) Employee resource groups (ERGs) Career development and ongoing training Important to Know To comply with CMS mandates, all HHS employees working in healthcare must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption (medical or religious) upon start of employment. 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. App-CNS
As our Executive Chef, you will lead culinary operations across multiple sites, incorporating innovation and maintaining high standards of compliance. You will leverage your knowledge of nutrition and culinary creativity to craft menus and develop future and hourly culinarians to ensure consistency and excellence in culinary execution. You will work closely with our registered dietitians and other healthcare professionals to create menus that meet the specific dietary needs of our patients, while also incorporating sustainable practices such as reducing food waste and sourcing locally grown ingredients whenever possible while ensuring the extension of these options to the catering and retail environments. This Executive Chef position is at Roseland Community Hospital in Chicago, IL Salary: $75,000 - $78,000/yr 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. 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 Lead and manage 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 Manage forecasting, recipe costing, inventory, ordering, production, planning, schedules, payroll, and supplies to ensure budget compliance 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 Decision Making: Ability to quickly make sound decisions and judgments 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 Associate's or bachelor's degree from an accredited culinary program plus 5+ years experience as a sous or executive chef in fine dining, hotels/resorts, country clubs, or healthcare/senior living 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 Familiarity with HACCP procedures What We Offer Paid time off (vacation and sick) Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with employer match Employee assistance program (EAP) Employee resource groups (ERGs) Career development and ongoing training Important to Know To comply with CMS mandates, all HHS employees working in healthcare must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption (medical or religious) upon start of employment. 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. App-CNS
CookUnity
Chicago, Illinois
Job Description The Role TheSr. Culinary Operations Manageris responsible for providing operational oversight hourly team members across multiple departments. This individual will have their hands in multiple aspects of the facility, managing the optimization and execution of the kitchen operations. You will be responsible for building relationships between CookUnity team and our independent contractors Chefs teams and become a liaison for tools/resources On a daily basis, you'll be responsible for meals production, food safety, and quality control. You will monitor equipment maintenance and conditions and will ensure that the kitchen operates alongside state and federal health and safety codes. You will also ensure that all food meets the quality standards and is produced on time. You will have hands on mindset and presence in the production kitchen supporting CookUnity employees and hold our independent contractors Chefs teams accountable. Responsibilities Schedule and control staff to meet labor productivity and overtime targets Manage, coach, and motivate a team of associates and supervisors, providing them with the necessary equipment, training, and quality direction Provide a hospitable experience for our chefs and incorporate solutions to drive an efficient and frictionless experience Lead growth and development of direct team including performance management and professional development Maintain a work environment that guarantees and promotes food & team safety, ensuring compliance with Food Safety and Sustainability policies at all times Collaborate with new Chef's team onboarding. Qualifications A 2 years experience in commissary kitchen, preferred, and high-volume food preparation In-depth knowledge of kitchen health and safety regulations Chicago Food Service Manager License Proficiency with Google apps (Gmail, drive, spreadsheets, etc.) Ability to lead a team in a fast-paced environment with a high level of ambiguity and change Being able to speak conversational Spanish is strongly preferred. Problem solving and leadership skills Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to develop and lead others to obtain desired results & achieve productivity goals Requirements Must be able to deal with stressful situations and environment Must be able to accommodate flexible working hours including early morning, late night, weekends and holidays Able to lift up to 50 pounds and push and pull up to 100 pounds Work in temperature controlled environments Able to work onsite each work day Benefits •Health Insurance coverage PTO policy and paid holidays off • We grow, you grow: Stock Options Plan granted on Day 1. • Eligible for bi-annual performance bonus • Family leave: 12 weeks for primary caregiver and 6 weeks for secondary caregiver, fully paid • Compassionate Leave: 3-5 days each time the need arises A generous amount of CookUnity credits to enjoy our amazing meals, added to your account, monthly •?• Wellness perks: access to a nutritional coach and fitness subsidies to build a healthy lifestyle •?• Personalized Spanish coach If you re interested in this role, please submit your application and if we think you might be a fit, we'll get in touch with you. Thank you for your time! CookUnity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to creating a community of inclusion and an environment free from discrimination or harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or physical or mental disability.
Job Description The Role TheSr. Culinary Operations Manageris responsible for providing operational oversight hourly team members across multiple departments. This individual will have their hands in multiple aspects of the facility, managing the optimization and execution of the kitchen operations. You will be responsible for building relationships between CookUnity team and our independent contractors Chefs teams and become a liaison for tools/resources On a daily basis, you'll be responsible for meals production, food safety, and quality control. You will monitor equipment maintenance and conditions and will ensure that the kitchen operates alongside state and federal health and safety codes. You will also ensure that all food meets the quality standards and is produced on time. You will have hands on mindset and presence in the production kitchen supporting CookUnity employees and hold our independent contractors Chefs teams accountable. Responsibilities Schedule and control staff to meet labor productivity and overtime targets Manage, coach, and motivate a team of associates and supervisors, providing them with the necessary equipment, training, and quality direction Provide a hospitable experience for our chefs and incorporate solutions to drive an efficient and frictionless experience Lead growth and development of direct team including performance management and professional development Maintain a work environment that guarantees and promotes food & team safety, ensuring compliance with Food Safety and Sustainability policies at all times Collaborate with new Chef's team onboarding. Qualifications A 2 years experience in commissary kitchen, preferred, and high-volume food preparation In-depth knowledge of kitchen health and safety regulations Chicago Food Service Manager License Proficiency with Google apps (Gmail, drive, spreadsheets, etc.) Ability to lead a team in a fast-paced environment with a high level of ambiguity and change Being able to speak conversational Spanish is strongly preferred. Problem solving and leadership skills Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to develop and lead others to obtain desired results & achieve productivity goals Requirements Must be able to deal with stressful situations and environment Must be able to accommodate flexible working hours including early morning, late night, weekends and holidays Able to lift up to 50 pounds and push and pull up to 100 pounds Work in temperature controlled environments Able to work onsite each work day Benefits •Health Insurance coverage PTO policy and paid holidays off • We grow, you grow: Stock Options Plan granted on Day 1. • Eligible for bi-annual performance bonus • Family leave: 12 weeks for primary caregiver and 6 weeks for secondary caregiver, fully paid • Compassionate Leave: 3-5 days each time the need arises A generous amount of CookUnity credits to enjoy our amazing meals, added to your account, monthly •?• Wellness perks: access to a nutritional coach and fitness subsidies to build a healthy lifestyle •?• Personalized Spanish coach If you re interested in this role, please submit your application and if we think you might be a fit, we'll get in touch with you. Thank you for your time! CookUnity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to creating a community of inclusion and an environment free from discrimination or harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or physical or mental disability.