Executive Sous Chef

Forefront Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and talented Executive Sous Chef to oversee and elevate the dining experience at our hospital facility in Sidney, MT. This is a leadership role responsible for the daily operation of food services, including both patient dining and retail food operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong culinary background, prior experience in healthcare or similar high-compliance environments, and the adaptability to thrive within an evolving team.Benefits Offered:Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, and VisionPaid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and 6 Paid HolidaysEmployee Assistance Program: Support when you need itCompany-Provided Life Insurance: Peace of mind for you and your family401K with Company Match: Plan for your futureEssential Functions:Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Coordinate food preparation and meal service. Plan and initiate cooking schedule for food preparation to meet meal schedule. Prepare, season, cook and serve for an assigned meal; ensure appropriate portioned servings according to portion control standards. Prepare nutritional snacks for patients as directed by the Dietary Manager.  Creatively collaborate with Dining Management on special events and menus.Monitor the temperature of hot and cold foods through food preparation and service to ensure that established temperature goals are met prior to steam table transfer and maintained throughout meal service.In the absence of the Dietary Manager, checks and inspects food products and supplies as delivered. Supervise and assist in the storage of supplies and food products. Determine the amount and type of food and supplies as required for daily menus. Notify the Dietary Manager of food, supplies or equipment needs.Report equipment breakdowns and unsafe conditions to Dietary Manager.Supervise dietary staff in the absence of Dietary ManagerClean equipment and work areas as assigned by the Dietary Manager Be knowledgeable of Federal, State, and facility’s rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Attend and present in-service educational programs. Follow defined safety codes while performing all duties. Understand facility’s fire and disaster plans; follow established procedures during drills and actual emergencies. Perform other department duties assigned by the Dietary ManagerOther Duties:Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.