Chef

This job posting is no longer active.

Description

Introduction

Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Chef you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Methodist Hospital Atascosa which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

Methodist Hospital Atascosa, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Chef where your passion for creating positive patient interactions are valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Chef Supervisor supervises the preparation of all menu items for the cafeteria, patient tray line, catering functions and physician lounges. Responsible for supervision of all food preparation, food service, sanitation of the kitchen, purchasing food and supplies.

Trains/orients/schedules personnel for all aspects of food production, sanitation, and safety. 

Monitors employee performance and outcomes; retrains as needed. 

Responsible for clear definition of responsibilities within the dietary department and the management of personnel in an effective and productive manner. 

2. Plans, organizes and evaluates normal and therapeutic food service to patients and personnel, to include food production, cafeteria, tray line, safety and sanitation standards. 

3. Demonstrates, understands, and practices safe food handling techniques; including dating/labeling, time/temperature measurements, correcting critical control issues. 

4. Coordinates the acquisition of food items and functionally supervises the activities of food preparation, storage, and distribution to multiple meal services and multiple food service sites. 

5. Maintains food production records, quality assurance data, and performance improvement data as required by regulatory agencies. 

6. Demonstrates excellent and timely problem-solving skills in handling patient, employee, and customer issues.  

Additional Job Functions: 

1. Supports the mission and vision of the Methodist Healthcare System. Understands and is committed to helping the Methodist Healthcare System and its associated facilities achieve its goals. 

2. Must learn and comply with System and facility safety policies and rules; must use appropriate safety equipment and procedures at all times; must immediately report all unsafe conditions to supervisors; must be familiar with all safety features of equipment, tools or materials encompassed by job duties; and must check with supervisors (prior to job performance) if there is a question as to the safe procedure to be used for any job function. 

3. Adheres to the MHS Code of Conduct and demonstrates ethical behavior as expected by our patients, colleagues and the community. Understands the personal obligation to report any activity that appears to violate applicable laws, rules regulations or the Code of Conduct itself. 

4. Completes other duties as assigned. 

Education:

1. High School diploma or GED equivalent 

2. Experience: 3 years of food service in a supervisory capacity 

3. Employee completes initial and ongoing training and competencies as defined by service line, facility and department/unit which are specific to the needs of the patient population served (if applicable). 

4. Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in dietetics or food systems management.

5. Food Handlers Permit must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date

No Travel Required

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Chef opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.