Chef Supervisor, Valley Dining, Full Time, Day

Chef Supervisor

The Chef Supervisor works in conjunction with the Manager, Executive Chef assuming supervisory responsibilities of the daily production and sanitation of the kitchen. Assists the Manager, Executive Chef in the training and development of staff. Completes catering of VIP functions and employee special events when necessary. Maintains responsibility for the preparation of all foods, constantly striving to improve food and service by maintaining high standards regarding quality food production, sanitation, and portion control using standardized recipes. Maintains responsibility for using appropriate quantities of food needed to meet menu requirements. Utilizes pre-preparation and batch cooking techniques. Orders food supplies on a daily basis when needed. Assumes Manager, Executive Chefs supervisory responsibility on his/her scheduled days off and in his/her absence. Available to work beyond normal working hours, weekends and holidays, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary, etc.; must stay abreast of current health and sanitary codes. Demonstrates an understanding of, and embraces, the mission statement of Valley Hospital.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Secondary education in cooking/food preparation preferred.

Experience: 3-5 years experience preparing meals in a supervisory role preferred.

Special Skills: Must be able to use ovens, steam kettles, groen pan, slicing machine, chopper and other cooking equipment. Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities ensuring optimal quality at point of service. Must be able to cook ala carte style. Must be able to follow recipes. Must maintain care and use of supplies and equipment. Follows all industry and regulatory agency procedures and requirements. Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand English. Must function independently, have flexibility and personal integrity. Good communication and interaction skills. Must demonstrate emotional stability and be able to relate to the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times, hostile people within the organization including patients, family members, staff, visitors, etc. Ability to perform work accurately and pay attention to details. Must be able to competently function under pressure and with interruptions. Must maintain composure during stressful situations and changing work environment related to changing Department needs. Ability to utilize effective time management to set priorities, effectively problem solve and perform related responsibilities.

Job Location: The Valley Hospital-Paramus

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Benefits:

• Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
• Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D(Full Time Employees)
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans
• Supplemental Voluntary Benefits ( e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
• 6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended Illness
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
• Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities

Salary: Joining Valley Health System means becoming part of a dedicated team that values the highest quality of care in a supportive environment. In our commitment to high performance and reliability, we encourage and recognize exceptional individual performance through our industry leading compensation practices including a starting salary and benefits in accordance with your role, experience, education, and licensure. Actual individual salaries vary depending on these factors. The salary listed does not include other forms of compensation or benefits. Pay Range: $29.34 - $36.67 (per hour)

EEO Statement: Valley Health System does not discriminate on the basis of ancestry, age, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, civil union status, color, creed, disability, domestic partnership, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, marital status, medical condition or illness, mental or physical handicap, national origin, nationality, perceived disability, pregnancy, race, refusal to submit to genetic testing or make available results of such tests, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran's status or any other protected basis, in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws. This applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment.