Chef Supervisor Retail, Valley Dining, Full Time, Day

The Chef Supervisor, Retail Offsite locations works in conjunction with the Executive Sous Chef assuming supervisory responsibilities of the daily production and sanitation of the Ridgewood, Kraft, and Luckow kitchens. Assists the Executive Sous Chef in the training and development of staff. Completes catering of VIP functions and employee special events when necessary. Maintains responsibility for the preparation of all foods, constantly striving to improve food and service by maintaining high standards regarding quality food production, sanitation, and portion control using standardized recipes. Maintains responsibility for using appropriate quantities of food needed to meet menu requirements. Utilizes pre-preparation and batch cooking techniques. Orders food supplies on a daily basis when needed. Assumes Executive Sous Chefs supervisory responsibility on his/her scheduled days off and in his/her absence. Available to work beyond normal working hours, weekends and holidays, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary, etc.; must stay abreast of current health and sanitary codes. Demonstrates an understanding of, and embraces, the mission statement of Valley Hospital.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required. Secondary education in cooking/food preparation preferred.

Additional Requirements: ServSafe Certification must complete within six (6) months of hire

Experience

Minimum three (3) years’ experience preparing meals in a supervisory role preferred.

Skills

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English effectively and demonstrate strong attention to detail with consistent accuracy in their work.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Scheduling, and PowerPoint software.
• Knowledge of how to prepare statistical reports; basic bookkeeping procedures and food costing principles and practices.
• Demonstrate effective time‑management and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks appropriately and work function competently under pressure, interruptions, to meet departmental needs while maintaining composure and professionalism in fast‑paced or at times stressful environment. Ability to work independently while demonstrating flexibility, reliability, and personal integrity.
• Strong communication and interaction skills, with the ability to work effectively with patients, families, staff, visitors, and others. Demonstrate emotional stability and the capacity to relate compassionately to individuals who may be ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally distressed, or difficult manner.

The Valley Hospital-Paramus

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Benefits

• Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
• Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D(Full Time Employees)
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans
• Supplemental Voluntary Benefits ( e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
• 6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended Illness
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
• Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities

Joining Valley Health System means becoming part of a dedicated team that values the highest quality of care in a supportive environment. In our commitment to high performance and reliability, we encourage and recognize exceptional individual performance through our industry leading compensation practices including a starting salary and benefits in accordance with your role, experience, education, and licensure. Actual individual salaries vary depending on these factors. The salary listed does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.

Pay Range: $26.62 - $33.27 (per hour)

EEO Statement

Valley Health System does not discriminate on the basis of ancestry, age, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, civil union status, color, creed, disability, domestic partnership, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, marital status, medical condition or illness, mental or physical handicap, national origin, nationality, perceived disability, pregnancy, race, refusal to submit to genetic testing or make available results of such tests, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other protected basis, in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws. This applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment.