Executive Chef

CommonSpirit Health - West Valley City, UT

Full-time - Senior

West Valley City, UT

10,001+ employees

Hospitals

About the position

The Executive Chef at Holy Cross Hospital Jordan Valley West is responsible for overseeing culinary and nutrition services, ensuring high standards of food quality and safety, and managing the operational needs of the dietary staff. This role involves creating service standards, conducting audits, managing staff performance, and collaborating on menu development to enhance guest satisfaction while promoting sustainability and reducing food waste.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and administer culinary and nutrition services.
• Assist with creating patient and retail service standards, ensuring they are met.
• Conduct sanitation audits and performance audits consistently.
• Identify current learning needs and opportunities for staff.
• Follow purchasing agreements and compliance goals set by departmental leadership.
• Direct all patient non-interactive positions and maintain regulatory compliance.
• Maintain communication with staff and customers regarding service levels.
• Conduct frequent patient rounding and visitations.
• Ensure regulatory standards are encompassed in nutrition programs.
• Maintain adequate staffing for daily needs reflecting cost efficiency.
• Conduct job shadowing audits to assess training efficacy.
• Collaborate in the process of menu development for various services.
• Participate in hospital committees as indicated by department policies.
• Oversee and plan menus for special events and catering.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leader.

Requirements

• High School Diploma required.
• Strong communication skills; ability to read, write and speak English.
• Basic computer skills.
• Associate's degree in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management preferred, or commensurate experience in lieu of degree.
• Food Handlers Permit must be obtained within 30 days of hire if required by local health code.

Benefits

• Several Medical, Dental, & Vision options.
• Spending Accounts including a Dependent Care FSA with employer contribution.
• Retirement account options with a generous employer match.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Student Loan Forgiveness.