System Executive Chef

System Executive Chef

The System Executive Chef for Food and Nutrition Services is the senior culinary leader responsible for the development, implementation and management of core culinary systems, patient and retail programs in coordination with the System Director, of the vision, strategic direction, process improvement, compliance, quality and safety measures, innovation, and overall operations across all hospitals and ambulatory settings.

Position Summary:

Provides strategic leadership for all aspects related to culinary execution and standardization across the health system, including patient food services, retail cafeterias, catering, culinary medicine programs, and supports the sourcing requirements, specifications and standardization of any subcontracted food and beverage vendors

Partners with Food and Nutrition Services leadership to build cohesive, high-performing teams that advance strategic priorities, elevate the patient and customer experience, ensure regulatory and safety compliance, and support health system business objectives. Fosters collaboration and accountability within the department and across the organization, engaging key stakeholders to develop and implement innovative programs, processes, and solutions that drive organizational priorities and sustainable results.

Applies industry best practices, denoting patient and consumer experience needs and feedback, assures departmental compliance with internal policies and practices; reports to Senior Director Food and Nutrition Services.

Minimum Qualifications:

For Hire: Bachelor's degree in culinary or related field required; advanced degree preferred. Minimum of 7 years of relevant, progressive leadership experience required with oversight of multiple units and responsibility for sales and growth. Certified Executive Chef (CEC) from the American Culinary Federation or Professional Chef 3 (PC III) required at time of hire. Ohio Department of Health Manager Certification in Food Protection within 6 months of hire.

Location:

University Hospital (0870)

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.