Job Overview
Compensation
Salary
Range $63,606.00 - $92,248.00
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Professional development opportunities
Job Description
Merrimack County Nursing Home is a reputed long-term care facility dedicated to providing a warm, caring, and home-like environment for its residents. Located in Merrimack County, this facility is known for its commitment to promoting excellence in the care and services it delivers. The nursing home takes pride in treating everyone like family, from the residents to the employees, fostering a respectful and supportive community. Their dedication to quality care extends beyond healthcare services to include every aspect of the residents' daily lives, ensuring comfort and dignity at all times. As a part of the Long Term Care community, Merrimack County Nursing Home continuously strives to uphold high standards and regulatory compliance, reflecting its mission to promote excellence within its operations and care delivery.
The role of the Executive Chef at Merrimack County Nursing Home is a crucial leadership position within the food service department. This role involves overseeing the overall function, production, safety, and supervision of all cooking staff in the main kitchen. The Executive Chef ensures that food services meet current federal, state, and county standards, policies, procedures, and regulatory guidelines. This position demands a skilled culinary professional with an emphasis on managing large quantity cookery, ideally within a long-term care foodservice setting. The Executive Chef plays a vital role in maintaining the highest food safety standards and promoting a positive dining experience for residents. To succeed in this role, candidates must possess a combination of education, experience, and certifications, including an Associate's degree in culinary arts and supervisory experience, along with ServSafe Certification. Food Manager's Certification is preferred. The position requires successful completion of a drug screen and criminal background check for all conditional hires. This is an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals who are passionate about contributing to long term care and making a positive impact in a community-centered environment. Merrimack County Nursing Home offers a fulfilling career path within a supportive team that values integrity, excellence, and compassion.
The role of the Executive Chef at Merrimack County Nursing Home is a crucial leadership position within the food service department. This role involves overseeing the overall function, production, safety, and supervision of all cooking staff in the main kitchen. The Executive Chef ensures that food services meet current federal, state, and county standards, policies, procedures, and regulatory guidelines. This position demands a skilled culinary professional with an emphasis on managing large quantity cookery, ideally within a long-term care foodservice setting. The Executive Chef plays a vital role in maintaining the highest food safety standards and promoting a positive dining experience for residents. To succeed in this role, candidates must possess a combination of education, experience, and certifications, including an Associate's degree in culinary arts and supervisory experience, along with ServSafe Certification. Food Manager's Certification is preferred. The position requires successful completion of a drug screen and criminal background check for all conditional hires. This is an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals who are passionate about contributing to long term care and making a positive impact in a community-centered environment. Merrimack County Nursing Home offers a fulfilling career path within a supportive team that values integrity, excellence, and compassion.
Job Requirements
- Associate's degree from a recognized college or university with emphasis in culinary arts
- Two years supervisory experience in long term care foodservice or large quantity cookery
- ServSafe Certification
- Ability to pass drug screen
- Successful criminal background check
- Strong knowledge of food safety standards
- Effective team leadership skills
Job Qualifications
- Associate's degree in culinary arts or related field
- Two years of supervisory experience in long term care foodservice or large quantity cookery
- ServSafe Certification
- Knowledge of federal, state and county food safety regulations
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to manage a diverse team
- Food Manager's Certification preferred
Job Duties
- Oversee overall function and production of kitchen operations
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and county food safety standards
- Supervise and manage all cook staff in the main kitchen
- Develop and implement food policies and procedures
- Monitor food quality and portion control
- Coordinate inventory management and ordering supplies
- Maintain kitchen cleanliness and safety standards
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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