Traveling Chef Manager

Fort Wayne, IN, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
flexible schedule
Professional development opportunities
Work travel expense reimbursement

Job Description

The Traveling Chef Manager position is with a dynamic culinary and management team dedicated to providing exceptional food service across various locations in Indiana. This role is uniquely suited for individuals who are passionate about culinary arts and effective team leadership, especially within a healthcare or therapeutic diet environment. The company values flexibility, broad culinary knowledge, and a strong commitment to hospitality and food safety standards. As a traveling chef manager, you will be the cornerstone of high-quality kitchen operations, ensuring that every meal prepared meets stringent safety, sanitation, and presentation standards.

This role demands that the candidate is a resident of Indiana and is willing to travel extensively within the state to support different kitchen locations. The position entails a 50-55 hour work week with a requirement for open availability to adapt to the needs of various sites. A vital part of the job is to maintain a state-ready kitchen at all times by adhering to all state compliance and sanitation standards. Leadership skills are crucial since you will be leading kitchen staff, providing hands-on supervision, training, and motivation to maintain a productive and positive working atmosphere.

The Traveling Chef Manager is responsible not only for managing daily culinary operations but also for stepping in during call-offs and ensuring that the kitchen runs smoothly even in the absence of a formal manager. You will be expected to communicate effectively with Dietary Managers, helping to develop staff and uphold the highest standards of hospitality and food quality. This role is ideal for someone with prior healthcare experience who understands the importance of therapeutic and modified diets and who thrives in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment.

Candidates should bring a can-do attitude, exceptional problem-solving abilities, and a strong desire to continually learn and grow. The position also requires flexibility and adaptability, as you will often need to pivot in response to challenges or unexpected situations while maintaining consistent quality and timely food preparation. Emphasizing safety, consistency, and organization, the role ensures every dish served is not only visually appealing but also nutritionally suitable and flavorfully consistent.

If you are a self-motivated team player with a passion for hospitality both to guests and staff, and possess strong leadership skills underpinned by a commitment to safety and sanitation, this traveling chef manager role will offer you an opportunity to lead, inspire, and excel throughout Indiana's culinary healthcare landscape.

Job Requirements

  • Must live in Indiana
  • Open availability
  • Ability to work 50-55 hour work week
  • Experience with therapeutic and modified diets
  • Minimum one year of healthcare experience
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Ability to maintain a clean and organized work environment
  • Ability to take complete control of the kitchen without a manager

Job Qualifications

  • Prior healthcare experience
  • Strong leadership skills
  • A keen understanding of therapeutic and modified diets
  • Critical problem-solving skills
  • Self-motivated team player
  • Punctual and adaptable
  • Passion for hospitality to guests and staff
  • Desire for continued learning

Job Duties

  • Prepare all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner
  • Follow recipes and presentation specifications
  • Operate standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
  • Clean and maintain the station by practicing good safety and sanitation
  • Assist with the cleaning and organization of kitchen and equipment
  • Assist in placing food orders and putting away the food order
  • Give relief to the Dietary Manager so they may have days off and fill in for managerial duties as needed
  • Restock items as needed throughout the shift
  • Adhere to all sanitation and food production codes

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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