Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Day Shifts
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Paid parental leave
holiday time off
Personal Leave
Associate Shopping Program
Health and wellness programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee assistance program
flexible spending accounts
Job Description
TouchPoint is a prominent support services company specializing in customer-focused solutions across healthcare facilities. The company excels in delivering top-tier services such as healthcare housekeeping, laundry management, patient transportation, and food service. As part of Compass Group USA, TouchPoint brings together the most committed and talented professionals in the industry, dedicated to quality, exceptional customer service, and delivering outstanding results. This dedication ensures that the company consistently provides the best outcomes to its diverse range of clients, especially in hospital settings where precision and care are paramount. TouchPoint's approach centers around specialized, reliable services that support healthcare operations smoothly and efficiently, making them a trusted partner in the healthcare service domain.
TouchPoint is currently hiring a Senior Sous Chef to support the culinary operations within a large acute care, Level II trauma hospital that accommodates 541 beds and an average daily census of approximately 350 patients. This full-time position primarily operates Monday through Friday from 5am to 3pm, with rotating weekend shifts. The role comes with a substantial $2,500 sign-on bonus, acknowledging the value and critical responsibility held by the Senior Sous Chef.
In this role, you will be instrumental in managing and overseeing all culinary operations based at the hospital's food & nutrition department. This includes supervising patient dining services which involves bedside meal ordering, operating a 24-hour retail cafeteria, coordinating catering services, and ensuring that food quality and safety standards are upheld rigorously. As a leader, you will manage a team of approximately 40 culinary associates, enabling smooth daily operations, training, and development, while also driving compliance with budget and cost control measures. Your responsibilities expand to managing purchasing, inventory, scheduling, and administrative duties vital to running a high-volume foodservice operation.
You will also take a lead role in developing menus, planning, and executing catering events, and rolling out new culinary programs in alignment with company marketing and culinary strategies. This role is crucial for maintaining the hospital's reputation for high-quality food services and ensuring patient and client satisfaction through innovative and consistent culinary delivery. Candidates with experience in healthcare culinary settings, strong leadership abilities, and proficiency in food safety and sanitation will find this position rewarding and challenging. TouchPoint fosters an inclusive and equitable work environment, providing extensive benefits to associates and advocating for diversity and equal opportunity employment. This role is an excellent opportunity to make a tangible impact within a healthcare institution while advancing your culinary leadership career with a respected industry leader.
TouchPoint is currently hiring a Senior Sous Chef to support the culinary operations within a large acute care, Level II trauma hospital that accommodates 541 beds and an average daily census of approximately 350 patients. This full-time position primarily operates Monday through Friday from 5am to 3pm, with rotating weekend shifts. The role comes with a substantial $2,500 sign-on bonus, acknowledging the value and critical responsibility held by the Senior Sous Chef.
In this role, you will be instrumental in managing and overseeing all culinary operations based at the hospital's food & nutrition department. This includes supervising patient dining services which involves bedside meal ordering, operating a 24-hour retail cafeteria, coordinating catering services, and ensuring that food quality and safety standards are upheld rigorously. As a leader, you will manage a team of approximately 40 culinary associates, enabling smooth daily operations, training, and development, while also driving compliance with budget and cost control measures. Your responsibilities expand to managing purchasing, inventory, scheduling, and administrative duties vital to running a high-volume foodservice operation.
You will also take a lead role in developing menus, planning, and executing catering events, and rolling out new culinary programs in alignment with company marketing and culinary strategies. This role is crucial for maintaining the hospital's reputation for high-quality food services and ensuring patient and client satisfaction through innovative and consistent culinary delivery. Candidates with experience in healthcare culinary settings, strong leadership abilities, and proficiency in food safety and sanitation will find this position rewarding and challenging. TouchPoint fosters an inclusive and equitable work environment, providing extensive benefits to associates and advocating for diversity and equal opportunity employment. This role is an excellent opportunity to make a tangible impact within a healthcare institution while advancing your culinary leadership career with a respected industry leader.
Job Requirements
- associate's degree in culinary arts or equivalent experience
- 2+ years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience
- experience in purchasing, ordering, and inventory management
- knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
- ability to lead and manage a team of culinary associates
- proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
- ServSafe certification
- willingness to work Monday through Friday 5am-3pm with rotating weekends
- ability to work in a high-volume foodservice environment
- excellent communication and organizational skills
Job Qualifications
- associate's degree in culinary arts or 2+ years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience
- experience in purchasing, ordering, and inventory management
- healthcare or hospital culinary experience strongly preferred
- experience in high-volume, complex foodservice environments and catering
- knowledge of institutional and batch cooking practices
- strong understanding of food trends, quality standards, sanitation, and cost controls
- proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Email, Internet)
- strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
- willingness to participate in patient/client satisfaction initiatives
- ServSafe certification
Job Duties
- assist the executive chef in managing daily culinary operations across patient services, retail dining, and catering
- oversee purchasing, ordering, receiving, and inventory management along with related administrative functions
- support scheduling, training, and development of culinary associates
- help manage cost controls and ensure responsible budget execution
- assist with developing, planning, and executing menus, including preparation and presentation
- lead and execute catering events
- supervise food production and ensure quality, consistency, and food safety standards
- support rollout of new culinary programs in partnership with company marketing and culinary teams
- maintain compliance with sanitation, safety, and regulatory standards
Job Criteria
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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