Culinary Director | Behavioral Health | CDM Required

Hospital Housekeeping Systems • Jackson, MS

9d • $90,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Elevate our behavioral health community through the power of local, organic, and seasonal cuisine. We are seeking a culinary leader to cultivate a seasonal, sustainable program that treats food as a fundamental pillar of the healing process. If you are a licensed CDM with a passion for leadership and the belief that great food fosters great well-being, you belong here!

Requirements

• Must be a licensed CDM (Certified Dietary Manager)
• 2+ years managing salaried and hourly employees
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, and holidays
• Familiarity with OSHA, The Joint Commission, and other regulatory requirements
• Computer experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and various software
• Must be willing to relocate for promotion opportunities
• 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

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in languages other than English, especially Spanish

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership that supports a team environment that fosters morale, passion, quality, and respect
• Demonstrate continuous ability to maintain and/or improve customer and patient satisfaction
• Lead and manage team member recruiting, training, development, and assignments
• Perform daily inspections and assessments and coach and counsel team members
• Collaborate with department, facility, and company leadership to achieve goals
• Analyze data and make adjustments to meet facility, budget, and compliance goals
• Execute, maintain, and monitor quality control systems and budgets
• Drive compliance with health, safety, and industry regulatory agencies

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees