
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $18.25 - $33.50
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
comprehensive benefits
wellbeing support
Time away from work
Savings and retirement resources
Education support
Additional benefits
Job Description
Alaska Regional Hospital, a part of HCA Healthcare, is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care with compassion, integrity, and respect. As a member of the HCA network, the hospital benefits from the resources, innovation, and ethical standards upheld by one of the world's most recognized healthcare organizations. The hospital offers a dynamic work environment where patient welfare is the top priority, supported by cutting-edge facilities and a dedicated team of professionals. With HCA Healthcare’s impactful presence, including significant charitable care contributions and enhanced operational efficiencies through partnerships like HealthTrust Supply Chain, Alaska Regional Hospital ensures that quality care is both accessible and sustainable. The hospital's culture embraces diversity, promotes personal growth, and supports its employees through comprehensive benefits and educational opportunities, making it an excellent place for professionals to thrive in their careers.
The Executive Chef position at Alaska Regional Hospital offers an exciting and fulfilling opportunity for culinary professionals passionate about enhancing the patient experience through food service. Under the supervision of the Nutritional Services Director, the Executive Chef is responsible for overseeing all food preparation and service operations within the hospital’s patient services, cafeteria, doctors’ dining room, and catering functions. This role requires creativity combined with a strong understanding of health-conscious cooking techniques and nutritional standards. Ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal food safety regulations is critical, as is maintaining a sanitary and safe food production environment. The Executive Chef will play a key leadership role, supervising kitchen staff, driving menu planning efforts in collaboration with clinical nutrition management, and constantly striving to deliver exceptional meals that meet patient dietary needs while also accommodating special requests. This position demands excellent communication skills, managerial experience, and a professional demeanor to interact effectively with management, medical staff, and employees. Confidentiality and a commitment to the hospital’s mission and values are essential qualities for success. Alaska Regional Hospital offers a competitive total rewards package that supports the health, career advancement, and wellbeing of its employees. This role is ideal for culinary leaders who want to make a genuine difference in patient care through their expertise and leadership in food services. Candidates can expect a fast-paced, rewarding environment that values innovation, teamwork, and excellence in culinary arts within the healthcare setting.
The Executive Chef position at Alaska Regional Hospital offers an exciting and fulfilling opportunity for culinary professionals passionate about enhancing the patient experience through food service. Under the supervision of the Nutritional Services Director, the Executive Chef is responsible for overseeing all food preparation and service operations within the hospital’s patient services, cafeteria, doctors’ dining room, and catering functions. This role requires creativity combined with a strong understanding of health-conscious cooking techniques and nutritional standards. Ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal food safety regulations is critical, as is maintaining a sanitary and safe food production environment. The Executive Chef will play a key leadership role, supervising kitchen staff, driving menu planning efforts in collaboration with clinical nutrition management, and constantly striving to deliver exceptional meals that meet patient dietary needs while also accommodating special requests. This position demands excellent communication skills, managerial experience, and a professional demeanor to interact effectively with management, medical staff, and employees. Confidentiality and a commitment to the hospital’s mission and values are essential qualities for success. Alaska Regional Hospital offers a competitive total rewards package that supports the health, career advancement, and wellbeing of its employees. This role is ideal for culinary leaders who want to make a genuine difference in patient care through their expertise and leadership in food services. Candidates can expect a fast-paced, rewarding environment that values innovation, teamwork, and excellence in culinary arts within the healthcare setting.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Minimum three years of experience in food services management
- Culinary certification obtained within 90 days of employment
- Serve Safe certification obtained within 60 days of hire
- Ability to supervise and manage kitchen staff
- Knowledge of hospital food and nutrition services policies and procedures
- Familiarity with local, state, and federal food safety regulations
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional demeanor
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- 3+ years of experience in food services management
- Culinary certification required within 90 days of employment
- Three to five years’ experience in food service management preferred
- Serve Safe certification required within 60 days of hire
Job Duties
- Directly responsible for the food preparation for patients, the cafeteria, doctors’ dining room and any special requests
- Develops and implements work standards, sanitation procedures, and personal hygiene requirements, consistent with hospital rules, local, state, and federal regulations and food handling principles
- Inspects food preparation and serving areas, equipment and storage facilities, observes the appearance and personal habits of staff to detect deviations and violations of current health regulations and orders corrective measures as necessary
- Responsible for the equipment and supplies issued during shifts and ensures proper tagging and deposit of personal property found
- Participates with the Director and Clinical Nutrition Manager in menu planning
- Determines accurate quantity and type of foods to be prepared
- Exhibits proficiency in culinary techniques
- Performs all duties assigned by supervisor in a cooperative and timely manner
- Serves as a role model for the department and ensures the highest level of customer service
- Supervises and prepares breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals as well as special functions
- Supervises Hot Production Staff, including hiring, training, counseling, and evaluating
- Conducts regularly scheduled meetings with staff and coordinates scheduling and assignments to ensure timely and economical food preparation
- Practices and adheres to the hospital’s code of conduct and mission and value statement
- Performs other duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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