Serenity Executive Chef

LUXE Hotels
Los Angeles, CA
The Sous Chef is responsible for assisting in the daily culinary operations of the Surgery Recovery Wing, ensuring the preparation and delivery of high-quality, nutritionally appropriate meals that support patient healing and recovery.
This role maintains strict compliance with healthcare food safety standards, therapeutic diet requirements, and sanitation regulations while promoting a culture of service excellence and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities
Culinary Operations
  • Assist in planning, preparing, and executing daily meal production for patients, physicians, and staff.
  • Ensure all meals comply with prescribed therapeutic diets (e.g., low sodium, diabetic, renal, cardiac, clear/full liquid).
  • Follow standardized recipes and portion control guidelines.
  • Oversee food preparation to ensure consistency, quality, and presentation standards.
  • Modify menus as directed by Registered Dietitians or clinical staff.
Patient-Centered Service
  • Ensure meals are prepared and delivered in a timely manner according to recovery schedules.
  • Support individualized patient dietary needs and restrictions.
  • Respond promptly to special meal requests or dietary adjustments.
  • Promote a positive, healing-focused dining experience.
Food Safety & Compliance
  • Maintain strict adherence to HACCP guidelines.
  • Ensure compliance with local health department regulations, CMS standards (if applicable), and facility policies.
  • Monitor food temperatures, storage procedures, and sanitation practices.
  • Conduct regular kitchen inspections to ensure cleanliness and safety.
Leadership & Supervision
  • Supervise culinary staff during assigned shifts.
  • Train and mentor cooks and food service associates.
  • Enforce workplace professionalism and safety standards.
  • Assist in performance management and coaching.
Inventory & Cost Control
  • Assist with inventory management and ordering.
  • Monitor food waste and implement cost-control measures.
  • Ensure proper labeling and storage of all food items.
  • Support budgetary goals and efficient resource utilization.
Qualifications
  • Culinary degree or equivalent experience preferred.
  • Minimum 3–5 years of culinary experience; healthcare or institutional experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of therapeutic diets and medical nutrition guidelines strongly preferred.
  • ServSafe Certification or equivalent food safety certification required.
  • Strong understanding of sanitation, infection control, and regulatory compliance.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-accountability healthcare environment.
Skills & Competencies
  • Knowledge of medical dietary restrictions
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Leadership and team development
  • High attention to detail
  • Professional communication skills
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality (HIPAA awareness)
Physical Requirements
  • Ability to stand for extended periods.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to work in hot and cold kitchen environments.
  • Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays as required.
Work Environment
This position operates within a healthcare setting and requires adherence to infection control protocols, sanitation standards, and patient privacy regulations. Professional conduct and collaboration with clinical teams are essential.

Posted 2026-02-13

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