Chef Manager- Meadowview Hospital

Chef Manager - Cook Up Care in Healthcare Nutrition!

Healthcare Dining Leadership

Are you a culinary professional who's passionate about food, leadership, and purpose? Join our healthcare nutrition team as a Chef Manager and bring your skills to a kitchen that nourishes patients, supports healing, and empowers frontline caregivers.

What You'll Do:

• Lead daily kitchen operations to deliver healthy, high-quality meals to patients, staff, and visitors
• Supervise and train culinary team members to ensure consistency, efficiency, and compassionate service
• Design patient-centered menus that are nutritious, therapeutic, and compliant with dietary guidelines
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and inventory systems in accordance with healthcare and regulatory standards
• Collaborate with clinical dietitians and healthcare staff to meet diverse nutritional needs and enhance patient care
• Manage production records, vendor relationships, and kitchen budgets
• Foster a culture of dignity, teamwork, and excellence in a fast-paced healthcare environment

We're Looking For:

• 3+ years of experience in culinary management (hospital, senior living, or healthcare food service a plus)
• Strong cooking skills with a focus on batch cooking and modified diets
• Knowledge of healthcare dietary requirements, food safety protocols, and production planning
• A compassionate leader who builds strong teams and thrives under pressure
• ServSafe certification
• Passion for food, wellness, and making a difference in the lives of patients and caregivers

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary + growth and advancement opportunities
• Predictable schedule - limited nights, weekends, and holidays
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans
• Paid time off and professional development programs
• A mission-driven workplace where your work supports health and healing

About Us:

At Whitsons, we believe nourishing food plays a vital role in recovery and well-being. As a Chef Manager in healthcare, you'll bring culinary care to the front lines-serving meals that support treatment, comfort patients, and fuel caregivers. You won't just manage a kitchen-you'll lead a team that brings heart to healthcare.

Ready to lead with compassion and purpose? Apply now and help us heal through food-at Whitsons our mission is Enhancing Life One Meal at a Time.

$55,000-$65,000