Vice President, Culinary, Healthcare

Are you passionate about the intersection of culinary excellence and healthcare operations?

As the Vice-President of Culinary, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the culinary landscape of our healthcare facilities.

Your mission : inspire, motivate, and support on-site management teams to deliver the highest levels of excellence in healthcare dining.

You will set clear performance expectations, ensuring compliance across multiple accounts, champion innovative programs and initiatives, and foster a culture of inclusion and success.

As you introduce new products and processes, sustainability and fine dining programs, and farm-to-fork concepts will be at the forefront of your culinary vision.

Your responsibilities will encompass budget management, data analysis, and policy implementation, all while building positive relationships between HHS and our partner facility administration.

Join us on this exciting journey to revolutionize healthcare dining, one delicious meal at a time. Your culinary expertise and leadership skills will be the driving force behind our commitment to patient satisfaction, safety, and more.

Salary : $140,000 - $150,000 / yr

Vice President, Culinary, Healthcare

Oversee and support HHS’ healthcare culinary operations at multiple hospitals across a region. Motivate on-site management teams and drive success by creating a positive culture and implementing HHS programs and ensuring that policies and best practices are followed.

Responsibilities

• Set clear expectations and performance goals and drive compliance across multiple accounts
• Coach and mentor managers and team members to drive success and create a pipeline of promotable leaders for future growth
• Encourage and inspire on-site teams to achieve a high level of success and create an inclusive work environment
• Champion new programs and initiatives to drive adoption at the account level
• Perform inspections and assessments and set achievable goals based on current outcomes
• Supporting new products and processes to incorporate sustainable foods and fine dining in our culinary standards
• Support recruitment, training, and retention for on-site management teams
• Monitor the implementation and effectiveness of policies and programs that support patient satisfaction, safety, and more
• Manage multiple budgets and drive fiscal responsibility and maximize profits
• Foster positive relationships between HHS and partner facility administration
• Analyze data and make adjustments to meet facility, budget, and compliance goals
• Provide hands-on assistance as needed to support positive outcomes

Skills

• Interpersonal Skills : Ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization
• Communication : Effective written, spoken, and non-verbal communication
• Customer Service : Service-oriented mentality with a focus on exceeding expectations
• Professionalism : Maintain a positive and professional demeanor
• Decision Making : Ability to quickly make sound decisions and judgments
• Proactivity : Self-motivated with the ability to effectively prioritize projects and needs
• Team Player : Willingness to provide support where needed to achieve outcomes
• Business Ethics : Demonstrate integrity, respect, and discretion in all business dealings
• Organization : Attention to detail and ability to effectively manage tasks in a fast-paced environment

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience managing operations across multiple locations
• ServeSafe Food Service Manager Certification
• Computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, email, and ordering platforms
• Culinary skills and knowledge, including recipe and ingredient knowledge, food presentation, s and food safety and sanitation
• Ability to travel a minimum of 75% of the time
• Must be willing to relocate for promotion opportunities

Not Required But a Big Plus

• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM)
• Experience working in a hospital environment
• Knowledge of fine dining programs, sustainable foods, and farm-to-fork concepts
• Proficiency in languages other than English, especially Spanish
• Familiarity with OSHA, The Joint Commission, and other regulatory guidelines

What We Offer

• Paid time off (vacation and sick)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Employee resource groups (ERGs)
• Career development and ongoing training

Important to Know

• Many healthcare facilities require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption in place.
• Veterans and candidates with military experience are encouraged to apply.
• HHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to workplace diversity and inclusion.

Who is HHS

HHS is a private, family-owned business dedicated to caring for its team members and providing honest, quality-driven customer service.

Founded in 1975 as Hospital Housekeeping Systems, today HHS provides services including housekeeping, food, and facility management to nearly 1,000 customers across six industries.

We are growing rapidly and seeking motivated leaders to join us for the next stage of our journey. We support and encourage growth from within and believe that we have countless future leaders in our organization who are waiting for their next opportunity.

Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Team supports a work environment where individuals of all backgrounds are heard, respected, and encouraged to grow.