Sous Chef

BayCare Health System stands as a leading healthcare provider in the Tampa Bay area, known for its comprehensive network comprised of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, various outpatient centers, home health services, and a dedicated team of thousands of physicians. Employing over 30,000 team members, BayCare fosters an environment built on trust, dignity, respect, responsibility, and clinical excellence. This philosophy not only underscores their commitment to exceptional patient care but also highlights the importance of a supportive and forward-thinking workplace where employees at all levels feel valued and empowered. As one of the largest employers within the region, BayCare offers not only job stability but also opportunities for professional growth and development across a spectrum of healthcare and support services.

BayCare’s Food and Nutrition Services department at Bartow Medical Center is seeking a dedicated full-time Food Services professional for an important role that blends culinary expertise with team leadership and operational management. The successful candidate will be entrusted with preparing well-seasoned, appetizing, visually appealing, and nutritious meals tailored to regular and modified diets, serving both the hospital’s daily needs and special functions. This role is critical in ensuring high standards of food quality and safety are maintained while supporting the smooth coordination and performance of the kitchen team. Responsibilities extend beyond food preparation to include monitoring inventory, using and maintaining kitchen equipment, and coordinating team assignments. The role also involves training team members, assisting with human resource functions like interviewing, performance appraisals, disciplinary actions, coaching, and scheduling, as well as overseeing orientation and competency assessments.

In the absence of the chef, this role takes on additional leadership duties such as production and tracking sheets management and scheduling, ensuring continuity and operational efficiency. Maintaining quality control and taking corrective measures when necessary are key to upholding BayCare’s commitment to clinical and nutritional excellence. The position is structured as a non-exempt full-time role with an 8-hour variable shift schedule, including working every other weekend. The candidate must be committed to working entirely on-site, reinforcing the hands-on nature of this critical function within the healthcare setting. To meet BayCare’s standards, candidates are required to obtain ServSafe Manager food safety certification within the first year of employment, ensuring they are equipped with the skills and knowledge to uphold the highest food safety practices. Overall, this role is ideal for a food service professional with experience in healthcare or similar settings who is ready to contribute to a reputable health system and thrive in a multifaceted role that blends culinary skills with team leadership and operational management.