Executive Chef - Bench - Wyandotte, MI
About The Position
TouchPoint Support Services is hiring an Executive Chef to oversee kitchen operations and maintain a safe, sanitary work environment for staff at Henry Ford Health System in the Detroit Metro/Southeast Michigan area. The chef will prepare or direct the preparation of meals in accordance with corporate programs and guidelines. The role is an opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial culinary professional. TouchPoint serves patients, families, and visitors at Ascension Health hospitals across the United States. Its work spans meals, facilities, and patient support, with a focus on hospitality and supporting the mission to improve the health of the poor and vulnerable.
Requirements
- Minimum of three to five years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training.
- Hands-on chef experience.
- Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends, with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.
- Computer experience, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Outlook, email, and the Internet.
Nice To Haves
- Associate of Science degree or equivalent experience.
- Extensive catering experience.
- Experience in high-volume, complex foodservice operations.
- Institutional and batch cooking experience.
- ServSafe certification.
Responsibilities
- Plan regular and modified menus according to established guidelines.
- Follow standardized recipes, portioning, and presentation standards; complete and use daily production worksheets and waste log sheets; taste completed meals to ensure quality.
- Train kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, equipment operation, food safety, and sanitation according to Company and regulatory standards.
- Establish and maintain cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage, and work areas, and ensure kitchen staff follows and completes assigned schedules.
- Maintain inventory of food and non-food supplies within established guidelines while ensuring necessary products are available.
- Make decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products in accordance with Company guidelines.
- Comply with federal, state, and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures, as evidenced through local health department and third-party audits.
- Follow facility, department, and Company safety policies and procedures, including occurrence reporting.
- Participate in and attend departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs as appropriate.
Benefits
- Retirement Plan
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/AD
- Disability Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Associates may be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
