Posted: 20-Apr-25
Location: Orlando, Florida
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Internal Number: 25010542
All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
- Benefits from Day One
- Paid Days Off from Day One
- Career Development
- Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
Our promise to you: Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
Schedule: Full Time
Shift: Days
Location: 7727 LAKE UNDERHILL ROAD, Orlando, 32822
The community you’ll be caring for:
- AdventHealth East Orlando, a 265-bed community hospital, has been serving East Orlando residents since 1941 as an innovative local leader that fills a vital need in a fast-growing area
- A recent 200,000 square-foot expansion project upgraded the hospital to 265 beds, with a spacious patient tower and 80 new private rooms designed to enhance the holistic care experience
- Annual number of emergency cases: 89,018
The role you’ll contribute: The Culinary Operations Manager is responsible for managing, planning, and coordinating all services related to patient care, cafeteria and food production, and catering. Accountable for department safety and sanitation and meeting budgetary goals through use of cost-effective behaviors and proper resource allocation. Remains visible in the work area and ensure deadlines are met. Works with the leadership team to establish expectations, plans and priorities. Educates and ensures compliance with policies and procedures, and department goals and objectives. Responsible for input into the employee selection process and the professional development of staff. Encourages effective communication and employee morale. Responsibilities also include generation of recipes, menu development, food production, and bakery. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.
The value you’ll bring to the team:
- Demonstrates, through behavior, AdventHealth Orlando’s service standards.
- Responsible for overseeing menu and recipe development, recipe standardization, product selection, production, and service functions.
- Reviews menu offerings routinely and makes changes based on product availability, popularity of items, and profitable pricing.
- Routinely checks for quality, taste, appearance, and freshness.
- Aligns menus to comply with nutrition guidelines and health initiatives.
- Exhibits and teaches the standards and principles of cleanliness, sanitation, and safety.
The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:
Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor’s in business management or Four (4) years of management/supervisory experience
- One (1) year experience in successfully supervising a staff of five or more
- ServSafe Certification or Equivalent
Preferred qualifications:
- Certified Dietary Manager
- Culinary certification.
- Food Handlers Certification
- Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management, or related field
- Culinary degree.
- The team is looking for a strong Applicant with experience in leadership and execution of the department's day-to-day operations, including:
- Clear Vision and Goals with effective communication: Ensure everyone understands and is aligned with these objectives. Update team progress, challenges, and changes
- Empower Your Team: Delegate responsibilities and empower team members and support the gaps. Team engagement
- Lead by Example: Be a role model with dedication, integrity, and professionalism
- Continuous Improvement: Encourage a culture of continuous learning and improvement
- Detailed Planning: Organized and develop a detailed action plans
- Resource Allocation: Ensure the team has the necessary resources (time, budget, and tools) to execute plans effectively
- Monitor Progress: Regularly track progress against the plan to identify areas for improvement
- Adaptability: Be prepared to adapt your strategy as needed. Stay flexible and responsive to changes in the environment or unexpected challenges. Support team’s strategies, projects, and initiatives.
