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Executive Chef

HHS

WARDVILLE, OK
1 month ago

Job Description

Join HHS as an Executive Chef and lead a dynamic kitchen team dedicated to high-quality food production and customer satisfaction. In this role, you will develop innovative menus, foster team morale, and ensure compliance with safety and health regulations, all while driving operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

  • Build and lead a motivated team producing high-quality food while adhering to safety and sanitation principles
  • Develop creative menus aligned with market trends
  • Maintain and improve customer and patient satisfaction
  • Manage recruiting, training, development, and scheduling of team members
  • Execute quality control systems to protect food integrity
  • Ensure compliance with health and industry regulations
  • Manage forecasting, recipe costing, inventory, ordering, production planning, schedules, payroll, and supplies

Required Qualifications

  • Associate’s or bachelor’s degree from an accredited culinary program
  • 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 and a desire to grow
  • Must be willing to relocate for promotion opportunities

Preferred Qualifications

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

Benefits & Perks

Paid time off (vacation and sick)Medical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with employer matchEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Career development and ongoing training