About City of Hope
City of Hope, an innovative biomedical research, treatment and educational institution with over 6,000 employees, is dedicated to the prevention and cure of cancer and other life-threatening diseases and guided by a compassionate, patient-centered philosophy.
Founded in 1913 and headquartered in Duarte, California, City of Hope is a remarkable non-profit institution, where compassion and advanced care go hand-in-hand with excellence in clinical and scientific research. City of Hope is a National Cancer Institute designated Comprehensive Cancer Center and a founding member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, an alliance of the nation's leading cancer centers that develops and institutes standards of care for cancer treatment.
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Position Summary
In conjunction with the Director of Culinary Operations (DOC), the Chef de Cuisine oversees all food production for City of Hope, including that used for café, bistro, restaurants, banquet functions, O.P.C. and any other outlets. Oversees the development of menus, food purchase specifications and recipes. Supervises culinary staff and assists the DOC in development and monitoring of food and labor budgets for the department to maintain required cost controls. Ensures the highest professional food quality and sanitation standards.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Schedules and coordinates the work of chefs, cooks and other kitchen employees to assure that food preparation is economical and technically correct and within budgeted labor cost goals. Ensures proper staffing for maximum productivity and high standards of quality; controls food and payroll costs to achieve maximum profitability.
- Approves the requisition of products and other necessary food supplies. Evaluates food products to assure that quality standards are consistently attained. Establishes controls to minimize food and supply waste and theft.
- Develops standard recipes and techniques for food preparation and presentation which help to assure consistently high quality and to minimize food costs; exercises portion control for all items served and assists in establishing menu selling prices. Cooks or directly supervises the cooking of items that require skillful preparation. Consults with the DOC about food production aspects of any special events being planned.
- Interacts with management and staff to assure that food production consistently exceeds the expectations of guests and owners. In conjunction with management team, assist in maintaining a high level of service principles in accordance with established standards. Develops policies and procedures to enhance and measure quality; continually updates written policies and procedures to reflect state-of-the-art techniques, equipment and terminology. Periodically visits dining area when it is open to welcome to guests during service.
- Ensures that high standards of sanitation, cleanliness and safety are maintained throughout all kitchen areas at all times. Establishes and maintains a regular cleaning and maintenance schedule for all kitchen areas and equipment.
- Assist in training, supervision, counseling and disciplining of all employees in the department. Provides, develops, trains, and maintains a professional work force. Ensures all services for guests are conducted in a highly professional and efficient manner. Provides training and professional development opportunities for all kitchen staff. Safeguards all food preparation employees by implementing training to increase their knowledge about safety, sanitation and accident prevention principles. Ensures a safe working environment, supports safe work habits and maintains a good attitude on the part of all employees in areas of responsibility. Ensures that representatives from the kitchen attend service lineups and meetings.
- Follows established City of Hope and department policies, procedures, objectives, performance improvement, attendance, safety, environmental, and infection control guidelines, including adherence to the workplace Code of Conduct and Compliance Plan.
- Practices a high level of integrity and honesty in maintaining confidentiality.
- Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Must have at least five (5) years of experience as a sous chef or chef de cuisine in a similar level restaurant, hotel or club.
Preferred education experience and skills:
- Culinary degree from an accredited college or university
Preferred certifications/licenses:
- Certificate of completion of a CC from the ACF.
- Driver's License.
- Current ServSafe Food Safety Certificate.
Additional Information:
- To protect the health of patients and staff and to comply with new State of California mandates, City of Hope staff are required to show proof of full vaccination by September 30, 2021. Compliance is a condition of employment.
City of Hope is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
- Posting Date: Dec 29, 2021
- Job Field: Support Services
- Employee Status: Regular
- Shift: Day Job