Chef Manager, (Healthcare Retail Cafe)

CHEF MANAGER – Retail Café - Healthcare setting

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. Every Thomas Cuisine team member is an ambassador, carrying out our mission, reflecting our values, and building relationships while "doing the right thing".

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision with several plans to choose from
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Health and wellness programs
• Professional development opportunities

Location: North Bay/Northern California

Annual salary: $75,000+ plus bonus potential

What you will do

We are seeking a talented and dynamic Chef Manager to lead culinary operations in a retail environment, specializing in scratch cooking. This role demands a creative culinary professional with exceptional leadership skills, committed to delivering creative and healthy food to our customers. Strong culinary skills. This is a great opportunity to lead a small but mighty team of culinarians and support staff!

You will…

• Curate and design diverse, innovative menus centered around scratch-cooked, high-quality ingredients.
• Integrate nutritional elements and cater to diverse dietary preferences.
• Lead and inspire a culinary team to deliver excellence in food preparation, presentation, and taste.
• Foster a positive and collaborative kitchen culture.
• Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring efficiency, cleanliness, and adherence to health and safety standards.
• Streamline processes to enhance overall operational performance.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with vendors to ensure a consistent supply of fresh, sustainable, and locally sourced ingredients.
• Negotiate favorable terms to optimize cost efficiency.
• Interact with customers to understand their preferences and feedback.
• Implement customer-centric strategies to enhance the overall dining experience.
• Develop and implement training programs to enhance the skills and knowledge of the culinary team.
• Stay informed about industry trends and share insights with the team.
• Collaborate with financial teams to create and manage budgets for the culinary department.
• Exercise strong financial stewardship in all culinary operations.

What you will need

• Proven experience as a Chef Manager, preferably in a Healthcare retail setting.
• Culinary degree or equivalent certification.
• Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience.
• Strong commitment to scratch cooking and using fresh, quality ingredients.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Creative flair and a passion for culinary innovation.

If you are a culinary maestro passionate about scratch cooking and creating exceptional dining experiences in a retail setting, we invite you to bring your expertise to our team. Join us in providing our customers with a culinary journey that celebrates the art of fresh, flavorful, and innovative cuisine!

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

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