Chef Manager- Healthcare

Nexdine • Okemos, MI

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About The Position

The Chef Manager reports to the Regional Vice President and develops and executes culinary results that exceed customer expectations. This role oversees culinary and financial operations to meet service, production, and presentation standards, applies culinary techniques to food preparation, and manages the final presentation and service of food. The Chef Manager also manages client relationships and oversees and develops hourly staff.

The position is based in Okemos, Michigan, with a Monday–Friday schedule and every other weekend. Compensation is $60,000–$65,000 per year, paid weekly by direct deposit.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of food service management experience, specifically in corporate dining.
• ServSafe Certification.
• Allergen Awareness Certification.

Nice To Haves

• Culinary school certificate or degree.
• Microsoft Office Suite experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage menu writing and cycle-of-cost control using appropriate recipes and costing measures.
• Ensure food product quality and that standards are met.
• Oversee food production, execution, and presentation.
• Oversee all aspects of catering operations.
• Maintain vendor relationships.
• Purchase food and other supplies needed for efficient operations and ensure quality-control practices are in place for receiving products.
• Receive food and supplies.
• Determine production schedules and staffing requirements to ensure timely service delivery, including payroll processing.
• Maintain company standards for safety, food handling, sanitation, uniforms, and productivity.
• Manage client relationships to maintain satisfaction and account retention.
• Manage controllable department expenses, including food, labor, supplies, uniforms, and equipment, within budget guidelines.
• Analyze recipes and price menu items based on food, labor, and overhead costs.
• Manage inventory.
• Submit financial reports to the corporate office.
• Manage unit staff, including recruitment, hiring, termination, performance reviews, and other people-management responsibilities.
• Instruct, train, and supervise cooks and other workers in food preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation.
• Provide attentive and approachable customer service, including greeting and thanking customers.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Paid time off, including vacation, holiday, and sick time
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career growth opportunities
• Employee perks and rewards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED