Executive Chef (P)
 McLean Hospital | |
 United States, Massachusetts, Cambridge | |
| 5 Spruce Avenue (Show on map) | |
 Feb 28, 2025 | |
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Summary
Responsible for direction and leadership of the kitchen staff, including setting the menus, organizing staff, liaising with suppliers, ensuring compliance, directing personnel training and managing the budget. Essential Functions Identify, develop and monitor all food production areas to ensure they meet the following: a) food is prepared in accordance with recommended dietary guidelines and aligns with the hospital diets; b) food is labeled with appropriate and accurate nutrition information; c) that food and supplies are all handled according to policy and procedures of the department, hospital, state and federal rules and regulations; d) quality and cost controls are in place and appropriate action is taken to improve organizational performance; and e) food safety and cleanliness standards are exceeded. Develop and oversee personnel, training, equipment, and inventory management. Implement and maintain weekly evaluations and provide oversight for daily inspections across all areas of responsibility to ensure high quality food, appropriate food safety, and cleanliness are maintained of the various work areas to meet the high standards of the organization. Develop programmatic initiatives to increase customer satisfaction and employee satisfaction throughout Culinary and Clinical Nutrition Services. Manage the internal accounting and inventory management for food and supplies related to the food production operations across the system. Responsible for department budget and responsible for improving operational efficiency. Required for All Jobs Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all policies and standards Does this position require Patient Care (indirect/direct)? No Education Bachelor's Degree Culinary Arts preferred or Associate's Degree Culinary Arts required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Experience progressive kitchen/cooking management experience 5-7 years required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Excellent communication skills. Ability to manage in fast paced environment and delegate work. Ability to budget, manage inventory and manage expenses. Working knowledge of various computer software programs (MS Office, POS, and management/inventory systems). Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Occasionally (3-33%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Occasionally (3-33%) Reaching Occasionally (3-33%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. | |