Manager, Executive Chef

Orange City, FL, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $49,718.59 - $92,468.74

Work Schedule

Day Shifts

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid Time Off

403-b retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Career Development

well-being resources

mental health support

pet benefits

Job Description

AdventHealth is a leading healthcare organization committed to providing exceptional care in a compassionate and holistic environment. As a community-centered institution, AdventHealth focuses on extending the healing ministry of Christ by honoring the wholeness of each person—body, mind, and spirit. Located in Orange City, Florida, AdventHealth prides itself on fostering a professional and spiritually enriching atmosphere where employees are valued for their individual contributions and unique experiences. Established as a purpose-driven health system, AdventHealth offers a comprehensive range of medical services and is distinguished by its commitment to promoting health and wellness within the communities it serves.

AdventHealth is currently seeking a dedicated and skilled Culinary Manager to join their team. This full-time, daytime role is vital to maintaining the high standards of food service operations throughout the health system, including patient services, café, physician lounge, and catering. The Culinary Manager will be responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of standardized recipes and menus, ensuring nutritional guidelines and customer preferences are met while aligning with overall operational goals. A key function of this role includes training and mentoring culinary staff, fostering a high-performing team environment focused on food preparation techniques, sanitation practices, and service excellence.

This position requires comprehensive management of inventory, purchasing, and cost controls to maintain budget compliance and minimize waste, reflecting AdventHealth’s commitment to operational efficiency. The Culinary Manager will lead food service compliance efforts by conducting routine audits for adherence to health and safety standards, including HACCP, Joint Commission protocols, and state and local regulations. The role demands a strong ability to manage multiple food service operations simultaneously while preserving food quality, presentation, and safety standards.

AdventHealth ensures that the individuals in this role have opportunities for career development, whole person well-being resources, mental health support, and comprehensive benefits from day one—including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Employees enjoy paid time off from day one, a 403-B retirement plan, four weeks of fully paid parental leave, and even pet benefits. This supportive environment speaks to AdventHealth’s dedication to employee satisfaction and work-life balance. The offered salary range for this Culinary Manager position is competitive, ranging from $49,718.59 to $92,468.74 annually, reflecting the value placed on experience and expertise.

Being part of AdventHealth means more than a job—it means belonging to a collective community where each person’s well-being is prioritized and where the team works together to achieve excellence. If you bring strong leadership qualities, exceptional culinary skills, and a passion for nurturing a culturally diverse team, AdventHealth invites you to apply and help extend their mission of healing and care.

Job Requirements

ServeSafe certification (SERV)
Bachelor's degree preferred
3+ experience in customer service and executive chef or food service management preferred
5+ years in purchasing/analyzing department budgets preferred

Job Qualifications

Computer knowledge and skill including the ability to use MS Office spreadsheet applications and word processing programs
Experience in purchasing and analyzing department budgets
Working knowledge of complex, multi-faceted, high volume food service operation
Experience in a customer service environment with demonstrated excellent customer skills
Ability to concurrently manage multiple operations and maintain composure under pressure
Ability to organize, lead, motivate and direct culturally diverse work teams and function in a management role
Ability to instruct in all phases of culinary activity and lead change processes
Proven ability in menu planning and recipe development
Must have strong marketing and promotion skills
Computer proficiency required in addition to excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to read, write and speak English in order to effectively communicate and interact with internal and external customers and the media
Basic arithmetic skills
Knowledge of patient nutrition and ability to address age-appropriate considerations and safety needs of patient populations
Ability to utilize culinary techniques and teach others these techniques
Creative, innovative, and receptive to change
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Knowledge of hospital/corporate systems and patient satisfaction surveys
Bi-Lingual (English/Spanish) preferred
Working knowledge of CBORD foodservice software systems

Job Duties

Develop and implement standardized recipes and menus that align with nutritional guidelines, customer preferences, and operational goals
Train and mentor culinary staff in food preparation techniques, sanitation practices, and service excellence to foster a high-performing, engaged team
Manage inventory, purchasing, and cost control processes to maintain budget compliance and minimize waste
Ensure regulatory compliance with HACCP, Joint Commission, and state/local health standards through routine audits, documentation, and corrective actions
Oversee all culinary operations for patient services, café, physician lounge, and catering, ensuring food quality, presentation, and safety standards are consistently met
Perform other duties as assigned