Description
Job Summary:
We are seeking an Executive Chef to lead gastronomic operations for a major client in the healthcare sector, managing teams and overseeing processes.
Key Highlights:
1. Lead gastronomic operations in the healthcare sector
2. Manage kitchen teams and optimize production processes
3. Ensure food quality and safety standards
A leading company in the food industry is currently looking for an **Executive Chef** to lead the gastronomic operations of a major healthcare client located in the Metropolitan Region.
We seek a professional with solid experience in food service management, team leadership, and production process control, ensuring compliance with quality, food safety, and service standards.
**Main Responsibilities**
* Plan, coordinate, and supervise daily food production.
* Lead and manage kitchen teams, ensuring operational continuity of the service.
* Design, update, and standardize meal plans, menus, and preparations according to client requirements.
* Ensure compliance with food quality, food safety, and current sanitary regulations.
* Monitor management indicators, food costs, budget, and inventories.
* Supervise production processes, optimizing resources and ensuring operational efficiency.
* Coordinate proper execution of gastronomic services and customer satisfaction.
* Implement continuous improvements in kitchen and production processes.
**Requirements**
* Technical or higher education degree in Gastronomy, Food Science, or related field.
* Minimum 2 years of experience as Executive Chef, Head Chef, or similar role in food service operations.
* Minimum 2 years of experience in healthcare facilities or medium-to-high complexity food service operations.
* Experience leading work teams and managing food service operations.
* Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (BPM), HACCP, food safety, and current sanitary regulations.
* Experience in cost control, production planning, and inventory management.
* Proficiency in standard computer applications.