Bench Executive Chef - Henry Ford Health System - West Bloomfield, MI

Compass Group • West Bloomfield Township, MI

8d • $70,000 - $80,000

About The Position

TouchPoint Support Services is hiring an Executive Chef to oversee kitchen operations and maintain a safe, sanitary work environment. The chef will prepare or direct the preparation of meals in accordance with corporate programs and guidelines. The role is described as an opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial culinary professional supporting hospitality and patient care at Henry Ford Health System in the Detroit Metro/Southeast Michigan area.

Requirements

• Three to five years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience, depending on 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 Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, Outlook, email, and the internet.

Nice To Haves

• Associate 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 completes assigned schedules.
• Maintain inventory of food and non-food supplies within established guidelines while ensuring necessary products are available.
• Make decisions about the 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 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 the Choice Auto and Home Program
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• May be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree