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Aramark Healthcare+ is seeking an Executive Chef to join their team at Salinas Valley Health in Salinas, CA. The Executive Chef will oversee kitchen staff and culinary staff, responsible for developing and executing culinary solutions to meet customer needs and tastes. Offers a wide variety of culinary solutions to meet customer and client needs and tastes. Oversees and manages culinary operations to meet production, presentation, and service standards. Applies culinary techniques to food preparation and manages the final presentation and service of food. COMPENSATION: The salary range for this position is $100,000 to $120,000. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark?s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.? ? ? BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here ______. ? ? ?There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance to the extent that those laws apply to the opportunity. • Ensures culinary production appropriately connects to the Executional Framework, • Ensures proper culinary standards and techniques are in place for preparation of food items, including production, presentation, and service standards, • Manages a culinary team, including chef managers and hourly staff, to ensure quality in final presentation of food, • Train and manage culinary and kitchen employees to use best practice food production techniques, • Coach employees by creating a shared understanding about what needs to be achieved and how it is to be achieved, • Reward and recognize employees, • Plan and execute team meetings and daily huddles, • Complete and maintain all staff records including training records, shift opening/closing checklists and performance data, • Develop and maintain effective client and guest rapport for mutually beneficial business relationships, • Interact directly with guests daily, • Aggregate and communicate regional culinary and ingredient trends, • Responsible for delivering food and labor targets, • Consistent focus on margin improvement; understanding performance metrics, data, order, and inventory trends, • Ensure efficient execution and delivery of all culinary products in line with the daily menu, • Maintain integrity of the standard Aramark food offer; responsible for always maintaining food quality and safety of items, • Full compliance with Operational Excellence fundamentals: managing waste, standard menus, recipes and ingredients through managing customer driven menus and labor standards, • Understand end to end supply chain and procurement process and systems, ensuring only authorized suppliers are used, • Full knowledge and implementation of the Food Framework, • Ensure accuracy of estimated food consumption for appropriate requisitions and/or food purchase, • Ensure proper equipment operation and maintenance, • Ensure compliance with Aramark SAFE food and Quality Assurance standards, occupational and environmental safety policies in all culinary and kitchen operations, • Requires at least 5-10 years of culinary experience, • At least 2-4 years in a management role preferred, • Culinary Degree preferred or equivalent experience, • High-end culinary training preferred for catering events, • Technology savvy; ex: MS Teams, Prima, Sysco Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law. About Aramark The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. 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Job Description Overview Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Dietary Cook, where you will play a vital role in preparing and cooking nutritious meals for residents in a long-term care facility. At HCSG, we are passionate about positively impacting the communities we serve. If you share our commitment to excellence and enhancing customer and resident experiences, join us and make a difference! Available Benefits For All Employees • Free Telemedicine*, • Free Prescription Discount Program, • Free Employee Assistance Programs, • Get paid when you need it with PNC EarnedIt, • Financial Wellness Support from PNC Workplace Banking, • Hands-on-Training & Support, • Career Development Additional benefits may vary by location and eligibility. Additional benefits may include vacation, holiday, and sick pay, as well as medical, dental, vision, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and other voluntary insurance products. Ask your interviewer for details. *Not available in AR. Responsibilities • Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus and recipes., • Ensure food quality, taste, and presentation meet HCSG standards., • Adhere to food safety and sanitation guidelines; maintain a clean and orderly kitchen., • Assist with inventory management and ordering of supplies., • Interact positively with residents, staff, and guests, providing excellent customer service., • All other duties as assigned. Qualifications • High school diploma or equivalent., • Previous experience as a cook or in food preparation is preferred., • Ability to follow recipes and dietary restrictions., • Maintain a positive attitude and effectively communicate with building occupants, administration, and HCSG leadership to perform daily tasks., • Compliance with COVID-19 vaccination policies, • Must be able to lift/carry a maximum of 50 pounds, push/pull a maximum of 50 pounds, stand, sit, bend and walk for extended periods., • Must be able to perform routine, repetitive tasks continuously., • Must be able to work around food and cleaning products., • May be required to complete an approved sanitation and safety course., • Current ServSafe or Food Handler certification is required based on State / County law., • Residency within the service area required Ready to Join Us? If you're looking for a role where you can contribute to serving delicious meals and be part of a supportive and dedicated team, apply now and start making a difference at HCSG! Pay wage will vary based on objective factors, including location, years of experience, staffing needs, and other business reasons. HCSG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We encourage employees to bring their authentic, original, and best selves to work for a culturally inclusive team. We offer equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, ethnicity, pregnancy status, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, political opinions or affiliations, veteran status, or other legally protected classes. HCSG also complies with applicable state and local laws and federal law requirements that govern nondiscrimination in every location where we operate.