Job Description

Reports To: Sr. Director of Food & Nutrition

Schedule: Full time; primarily Monday through Friday, 1st shift - roughly 6a-4p. Must be able to work 1 weekend per month and rotating holidays. More details are available upon interviewing.

We are offering a sign on bonus of $5,000!

TouchPoint, Support Services, provides customer focused support services. As specialists, we perform services including healthcare housekeeping, management in laundry processing, patient transportation, and food service. TouchPoint is a compilation of the most committed and talented individuals working in the industry today. Our dedication to quality, exceptional customer service, and unequivocal results allow us to provide the best outcomes to our clients. 

Job Summary

As Executive Chef, you are responsible for leading all aspects of kitchen operations while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for the staff at St. Thomas West. This is a 541 bed (average 350-387), acute care, Level II trauma hospital featuring bed side ordering for patient meals. We also operate a 24-hour cafeteria and provide catering services. You will prepare or direct the preparation of meals in accordance with corporate programs and guidelines, and manage a team of culinarians within the retail dining and patient services food and nutrition departments. This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial culinary professional. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Plans regular and modified menus according to established guidelines
• Follows standardized recipes, portioning and presentation standards. Completes and uses daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Tastes completed meals to ensure quality
• Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation based on Company and regulatory standards
• Establishes and maintains cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage and work areas. Ensures that kitchen staff follows and completes schedules as assigned
• Maintains inventory of food and non-food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring that vital product is available when needed
• Makes all decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products staying within Company guidelines for such products
• Follows federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures as evidenced through local health department and third-party audits
• Follows facility, department, and Company safety policies and procedures to include occurrence reporting
• Participates and attends departmental meetings, staff development, client satisfaction programs/activities, and professional programs, as appropriate

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience
• Culinary arts degree is a plus; ServSafe certified highly desired
• High volume culinary management experience supporting $4M+ food service operations
• Institutional and batch cooking experiences
• Extensive knowledge of food service and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
• Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, E-mail and the Internet

Apply to TouchPoint today!

TouchPoint is a member of Compass Group USA

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. 

Associates at Touchpoint are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Touchpoint maintains a drugfree workplace.

Req ID: 1391956

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