Executive Chef Jobs in Phoenix, IL

About The Position

Requirements

• Three to five years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience, preferably in healthcare or institutional foodservice environments
• Demonstrated experience supporting multiple locations or performing in a temporary, interim, or turnaround capacity strongly preferred
• Strong hands‑on culinary leadership skills with the ability to quickly assess operations and implement best practices
• Experience managing high‑volume, complex foodservice operations required
• Institutional, batch cooking, and healthcare catering experience highly desirable
• Comprehensive knowledge of foodservice trends with a strong focus on quality, production efficiency, sanitation, food cost control, and presentation
• Proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, and web‑based systems

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent professional experience
• ServSafe® certification highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Provide hands‑on culinary leadership and operational support across multiple acute care facilities as business needs arise
• Plan, develop, and execute regular and modified menus in alignment with physician orders, nutritional requirements, and established corporate and facility guidelines
• Ensure consistent execution of standardized recipes, portion controls, and presentation standards to maintain quality, consistency, and fiscal accountability
• Complete and oversee daily production documentation, including production sheets, temperature logs, and waste tracking tools; evaluate finished products to ensure quality and patient satisfaction
• Train, mentor, and coach culinary teams on food preparation techniques, safe food handling, equipment operation, and sanitation standards in accordance with company policy and healthcare regulations
• Establish, implement, and reinforce cleaning and preventive maintenance programs for kitchen equipment, storage areas, and workspaces, ensuring compliance and proper documentation
• Manage food and non‑food inventory processes, ensuring product availability while maintaining cost controls and adherence to budgetary guidelines
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local health regulations, including Joint Commission requirements, through successful health inspections and third‑party audits
• Adhere to all facility, departmental, and company safety protocols, including incident and occurrence reporting
• Collaborate with on‑site leadership teams and regional management to support operational goals, patient satisfaction initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts
• Participate in departmental meetings, staff training, and professional development programs across supported locations

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Flexible Paid Time off
• Travel Reimbursed
• Paid Parental Leave
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)