Local Chef

Overview

Join our culinary team as a Chef and play a key leadership role in delivering exceptional dining experiences. In this position, you will oversee daily kitchen operations, maintain high standards of food quality and safety, and lead a team in a fast-paced healthcare food service environment. If you have strong leadership skills and a passion for culinary excellence, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and ensure high-quality food preparation and presentation.
• Lead, train, and schedule kitchen staff to maintain an efficient and productive team.
• Plan menus and oversee food production while maintaining consistency and quality.
• Manage food costs, ordering, inventory, and budgeting.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health department standards.
• Prepare and oversee therapeutic and modified diets when needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment.

Requirements

• 3–5+ years of Chef, Executive Chef, or Kitchen Manager experience.
• Experience in senior living, healthcare, hospitals, hotels, or high-volume food service.
• Strong leadership experience managing kitchen staff, scheduling, and training.
• Experience with menu planning, food costs, ordering, inventory, and budgeting.
• Knowledge of therapeutic and modified diets is preferred.
• ServSafe Manager Certification preferred.
• Organized, dependable, and committed to maintaining high food quality and health department standards.

Work Location

In person

Join us today to craft exceptional coffee experiences while advancing your career in a lively environment! We're dedicated to supporting your growth through comprehensive training and a positive team culture-apply now to become part of our dynamic café family!