Chef/Sous Chef - The Belmont at Twin Creeks

Cantex Continuing Care Network is a reputable healthcare service provider dedicated to delivering superior nutritional care and services within its facilities. Known for its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, Cantex fosters a culture that respects individual differences and values the contributions of every team member. Operating across various locations, Cantex seeks to uphold excellence in patient care by integrating comprehensive nutrition services as a vital component of overall healthcare. The company is devoted to maintaining a work environment that promotes professional growth, teamwork, and respect for all employees, ensuring that patients' nutritional needs are met with the highest standards of quality and safety. As part of its mission, Cantex emphasizes the importance of compliance with health regulations and continuous staff education to uphold food safety and patient satisfaction. For more details about the company and its services, interested applicants can visit cantexcc.com.

The Chef/Production Manager role at Cantex represents a critical leadership position within the Nutrition Services Department, focused on coordinating and managing food preparation and presentation activities. This role involves ensuring that food quality and sanitation standards are rigorously maintained while managing food production operations efficiently and cost-effectively. The position includes supervision and training of food production staff, collaboration with the Nutrition Services Director to oversee food and labor cost control, and management of production equipment. The ideal candidate will bring culinary expertise, leadership skills, and experience in healthcare or therapeutic diet environments, contributing to the seamless delivery of nutritious meals tailored to patient needs.

This full-time role demands expertise in culinary arts or comparable experience, along with strong organizational and interpersonal skills. The Chef/Production Manager will be responsible for day-to-day food production operations, staff development, catering management, food safety compliance, and quality assurance. The successful candidate must be proactive in minimizing food waste, maintaining accurate food temperature and storage logs, and ensuring that all preparation methods align with sanitary protocols and patient dietary requirements. Additionally, this role calls for creativity in developing Chef Special menus customized to each facility's preferences, underscoring Cantex's emphasis on individualized patient care.

Candidates should possess Food Service Manager Certification and computer literacy, coupled with a capacity to communicate clearly in English and understand necessary arithmetic operations related to food preparation. The Chef/Production Manager will play a pivotal role in employee evaluations, disciplinary actions, and maintaining compliance with abuse prevention policies. Beyond food production, this role involves active participation in patient safety and quality improvement initiatives, making it integral to Cantex’s commitment to holistic patient care.

Cantex offers a competitive compensation package, including a comprehensive benefits plan featuring 401K with match, CEU reimbursement, paid vacation, sick time, holidays, and medical, dental, and supplemental insurance plans. This position offers an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals aiming to advance their careers in a healthcare environment that values diversity and professional excellence.