Executive Chef - $35.17 to $52.76 per HOUR

Hennepin Healthcare is an expansive integrated system of care dedicated to providing exceptional health services across Minneapolis and Hennepin County. This robust network features Hennepin County Medical Center (HCMC), a nationally recognized Level I Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital. The system encompasses a 473-bed academic medical center complemented by a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, developing a comprehensive infrastructure for delivering quality health care. Hennepin Healthcare also operates numerous primary care clinics throughout Minneapolis neighborhoods such as North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street, as well as suburban areas including Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Beyond traditional hospital services, it offers extensive psychiatric programs, home care, and operates a dedicated research institute along with a philanthropic foundation and emergency medical services (Hennepin EMS). As a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County, this organization is deeply rooted in community service and advancing equitable health outcomes. The role of Executive Chef at Hennepin Healthcare is a prestigious full-time position focused on leading the culinary operations within the hospital environment. The Executive Chef is responsible for managing all aspects of food production and service, ensuring that meals meet high standards of quality, safety, and nutritional value integral to patient care. This position works on the weekday day shift and requires an innovative and creative individual with strong leadership capabilities to oversee a diverse culinary team. Key responsibilities include menu planning tailored to patient and retail service needs, supervising food preparation staff, maintaining cost control through effective ordering and inventory management, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. The Executive Chef plays a pivotal role in creating meals that promote healing and well-being while adhering to strict sanitation and safety guidelines. This position offers an engaging leadership opportunity in a healthcare setting where culinary expertise directly contributes to patient satisfaction and health outcomes. Salary ranges from $35.17 to $52.76 per hour, reflecting a competitive compensation package aligned with experience and qualifications. Hennepin Healthcare provides a supportive work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a culture where new cultural perspectives are embraced to enhance the culinary services offered. Employees benefit from a comprehensive package including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement funds, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more, making this an attractive career choice for experienced culinary professionals dedicated to healthcare service.

• Minimum five years experience as a culinary chef with lead chef responsibilities
• Culinary arts degree or approved combination of education and experience
• Ability to develop training materials and manage inventory
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills
• Knowledge of food safety standards and sanitation practices
• State of Minnesota Food Manager certification and ServSafe Certificate or ability to achieve within six months
• Availability to work weekday day shift
• Ability to fulfill roles of cook or other food services staff when necessary