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HHS, LLC

Production Manager / Entry-Level Chef

las cruces, NM

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Job description

Location:

Memorial Medical Center Las Cruces

Pay Rate:

Salary - Salary Plan, 52,000.00 USD Annual

Work Shift:

Job Description

We’re looking for a leader to join our culinary team in Las Cruces, NM!

Perfect for a kitchen leader ready to trade late nights for professional development and a mission-driven career path.

Bring your high-volume production skills to a chef-led environment that invests in your future & we’ll teach you the science of healthcare food service; you bring the production expertise.

Responsibilities

Build a well-trained and motivated team that produces high-quality food while adhering to safety, sanitation, and service principles

Provide leadership that supports a team environment that fosters morale, passion, quality, and respect

Develop creative menus that are in sync with current market trends

Demonstrate continuous ability to maintain and/or improve customer and patient satisfaction

Lead and manage team member recruiting, training, development, scheduling, and assignments

Execute, maintain, and monitor quality control systems to protect food integrity

Drive compliance with health, safety, and industry regulatory agencies

Manage forecasting, recipe costing, inventory, ordering, production, planning, schedules, payroll, and supplies to ensure budget compliance

Skills

Kitchen Skills: Knife skills, cutting techniques, recipe preparation, live-action cooking

Interpersonal Skills: Ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization

Communication: Effective written, spoken, and non-verbal communication as well as presentation skills

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 collaborate and 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

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree from an accredited culinary program plus 5+ years experience as a sous or executive chef in fine dining, hotels/resorts, country clubs, or healthcare/senior living

Computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, email, and ordering platforms

A passion for food, a desire to grow, and a work ethic that supports both

Must be willing to relocate for promotion opportunities

Not Required But a Big Plus

Proficiency in languages other than English, especially Spanish

Familiarity with OSHA, The Joint Commission, and other regulatory requirements

Familiarity with HACCP procedures

What We Offer

Paid time off (vacation and sick)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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.

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Worksite address

las cruces, NM, 88005, US

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