Executive Chef - Healthcare

REAL Food re-fined.

Executive Chef - Healthcare | Location: Boise, ID 83704

Pay: $65,000-$69,000 annually, with potential for 5% performance-based bonus! | Full-Time

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm. No work on major holidays

Job Summary

As an Executive Chef at Thomas Cuisine, you will spearhead and elevate culinary experiences. You will lead a talented team of culinary professionals, drive innovation, and set new standards for excellence in a healthcare setting.

What You'll Do 

• Inspire Change: Lead a transformative culinary vision that revitalizes our dining services, aligning with our commitment to excellence, innovation and our REAL Food mission. Drive change and inspire your team to achieve new heights.
• Menu Development: Innovate and curate diverse, seasonal, and nutritious menus that not only cater to the tastes and dietary needs of our residents but also set new benchmarks in senior living dining.
• Quality Assurance: Implement rigorous quality control measures to ensure the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and service are consistently met, turning our dining experience into a benchmark of excellence.
• Team Building: Recruit, train, and mentor a passionate culinary team dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Resident Satisfaction: Cultivate a culture of feedback and collaboration with residents and community leadership to continuously improve and elevate their dining experience, ensuring their voices drive our culinary evolution.
• Operational Excellence: Oversee kitchen operations with a keen eye for efficiency and innovation. Manage budgets effectively while maintaining compliance with health and safety regulations, ensuring a seamless and superior dining operation.
• Community Involvement: Elevate our culinary reputation through community events, cooking demonstrations, and partnerships with local farms and vendors. Showcase our commitment to excellence and community engagement.
• Catering Opportunities: You'll get the opportunity to host occasional small catering events as part of the role (typically held a few times a year or as needed.)
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

What You Will Bring 

• Five (5) plus years of proven experience as an Executive Chef or similar leadership role in a structured culinary environment.
• Passion for culinary innovation and a commitment to excellence.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Exceptional culinary skills with a focus on nutrition and presentation.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be willing to work hands-on with a small staff
• ServSafe® Certification and State Food Handlers Card 
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screen
• High School Diploma/GED 

Physical and Sensory Requirements

This job involves regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and a kitchen environment with fumes, airborne particles, and moderate noise. Employees must have the physical stamina to stand for long periods, lift trays, and perform repetitive tasks. Occasional exposure to wet or humid conditions, extreme temperatures, and vibration may occur. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.

At Thomas Cuisine, our people are purposeful. They care about food and quality and have a desire to make a positive impact in the world through REAL food. Embark on a rewarding culinary journey with us, where your skills will not only flourish but also contribute significantly to the satisfaction and well-being of our healthcare community.

What We Offer!

Life/Work Integration

• • Paid Bereavement Leave
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Baby Bonding Leave
  • Paid Elder Care Leave
  • Paid Time Off (Accrued)
  • Holiday Premium Pay

Health & Wellness

• • 3 Medical Plans (Blue Cross)
  • Prescription, Dental, and Vision Coverage
  • Reimbursed Wellness Massages (Portion of cost)
  • Voluntary HSA with Company Match
  • Voluntary FSA
  • Free Employee Assistance Program (Behavioral Health Support)
  • Access to Wellness Initiatives (Fitness Memberships, etc.)

Financial Wellness

• • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
  • Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance
  • Company-Paid Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Policy
  • Voluntary Short-Term Disability
  • Voluntary Employee, Spouse, and/or child(ren) Life Insurance, with AD&D

Plus

• • A supportive, collaborative work environment
  • Opportunities for growth

Who We Are 

Founded in 1986, Thomas Cuisine is an award-winning, privately held contract food service company. We advocate the healing power of whole foods and believe in preparing scratch-made cuisine fresh each day. Our people are purposeful, they care about food and quality, and have a desire to make a positive impact in the world through REAL food. Embark on a rewarding culinary journey with us, where your skills will not only flourish, but also contribute significantly to the satisfaction and well-being of our growing community.

Our commitment to you 

At Thomas Cuisine, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and where every individual feels a sense of belonging. We know that this commitment is an ongoing journey, and we will strive to improve and adapt as we grow. Our DEIB commitment is not just a statement but a living part of our company culture.

REAL Food | Genuine Service | Enduring Relationships