Chef/Prod Manager

Chattanooga, TN, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Exact $57,500.00

Work Schedule

Day Shifts

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Employee assistance program

Career development and ongoing training

Job Description

Starr Regional Medical Center - Athens is a respected healthcare institution dedicated to providing top-quality medical care and support to patients within its community. As part of a larger network focused on healthcare excellence, Starr Regional Medical Center places a strong emphasis on compassionate care, innovative medical practices, and a patient-first approach. Established with the mission to support both patients and their families through various stages of healing, this facility is committed to maintaining the highest standards across all departments, including culinary services. The medical center thrives on creating a comfortable, healing environment where every aspect of patient care contributes to overall wellness and recovery. The culinary team plays a vital role in this mission, ensuring patients receive nutritious, appealing, and carefully prepared meals tailored to their specific health needs.

The role offered at Starr Regional Medical Center is a leadership position within the culinary department, designed for a passionate chef who aspires to impact patient care through exceptional food service. This is a full-time, salaried position offering an annual salary of $57,500 and a regular work shift from 7:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. The successful candidate will lead and inspire a well-trained team of culinary professionals, fostering a workplace culture rooted in respect, creativity, and a shared commitment to quality. This role goes beyond preparing meals; it involves managing all aspects of food service operations in a healthcare environment, ranging from creative menu development aligned with current market trends to stringent adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.

As a leader at Starr Regional Medical Center, you will be instrumental in supporting patients' recovery journeys by ensuring that the food served aids their health and well-being. Your capacity to maintain or enhance customer and patient satisfaction through food service will be crucial to the role's success. Additionally, you will manage recruitment, training, scheduling, and operational planning, including budgeting and supply management. The ideal candidate will blend strong culinary skills with exceptional interpersonal, communication, and organizational abilities, excelling in a fast-paced, team-oriented healthcare setting. Opportunities for career growth and development are abundant, and the role offers most nights and weekends off, providing a healthy work-life balance. This position is ideal for a motivated culinary professional passionate about service, leadership, and health-focused cuisine.

Job Requirements

associate's or bachelor's degree from an accredited culinary program
minimum of 5 years experience as a sous or executive chef in fine dining, hotels/resorts, country clubs, or healthcare/senior living
proficient computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, email, and ordering platforms
passion for food and work ethic that supports growth
willingness to relocate for promotion opportunities

Job Qualifications

associate's or bachelor's degree from an accredited culinary program
minimum of 5 years experience as a sous or executive chef in fine dining, hotels/resorts, country clubs, or healthcare/senior living
proficiency in computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, email, and ordering platforms
passion for food and desire to grow professionally
ability to interact effectively with individuals at all levels of an organization
effective written, spoken, and non-verbal communication skills
service-oriented mentality with a focus on exceeding expectations
positive and professional demeanor
ability to make sound decisions quickly
self-motivated with strong prioritization skills
willingness to collaborate and support team members
demonstration of integrity, respect, and discretion
strong attention to detail and ability to manage tasks in a fast-paced environment

Job Duties

build a well-trained and motivated team that produces high-quality food while adhering to safety, sanitation, and service principles
provide leadership that supports a team environment that fosters morale, passion, quality, and respect
develop creative menus that are in sync with current market trends
demonstrate continuous ability to maintain and/or improve customer and patient satisfaction
lead and manage team member recruiting, training, development, scheduling, and assignments
execute, maintain, and monitor quality control systems to protect food integrity
drive compliance with health, safety, and industry regulatory agencies
manage forecasting, recipe costing, inventory, ordering, production, planning, schedules, payroll, and supplies to ensure budget compliance