Interim Chef Manager

Join a Massachusetts healthcare organization as their next Interim Chef Manager!

• An Interim Chef Manager is needed to lead daily culinary operations within a hospital Food and Nutrition Services department, ensuring high-quality, appealing, and patient-centered meals across patient, staff, and visitor dining.
• Partner with Registered Dietitians and clinical teams to deliver safe, nutritionally appropriate meals while supporting therapeutic diets, room service, and specialized dining needs.
• Lead, develop, and engage culinary and food service teams, fostering a culture of teamwork, accountability, service excellence, and continuous professional growth.
• Champion food safety, sanitation, infection prevention, and regulatory compliance while maintaining consistently high standards for food quality, presentation, temperature, and production.
• This leader will drive operational and financial performance through effective menu planning, inventory management, purchasing, productivity, waste reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with hospital leadership on culinary innovation, healthy dining and sustainability initiatives, patient satisfaction, and strategic opportunities to elevate the overall dining experience.
• Must be available to start within 2–3 weeks of acceptance.

• Associates and/or bachelor’s degree in culinary arts, hospitality management, food service management, or other related field is required.
• A minimum of five years’ experience of relative management is required.

• Compensation Range: $70,000 to $90,000 annually.
• The final compensation rate will be determined based on experience, education, training, location, internal equity, and budget considerations, in accordance with Fair Market Value evaluation. Additionally, some candidates may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, depending on the specific role, including but not limited to health insurance coverage and retirement benefits.
• The listed base compensation range represents a good faith estimate of potential earnings at the time of this job posting and may be subject to future adjustments.

• Located in Western Massachusetts, Springfield offers easy access to the scenic beauty of the Berkshires and the cultural attractions of New England.
• Springfield is home to the Basketball Hall of Fame and a vibrant downtown with restaurants, arts venues, and shops.
• Conveniently situated near several colleges and universities, offering a rich academic and healthcare environment.
• Enjoy four distinct seasons, outdoor recreation, and family-friendly neighborhoods throughout Springfield and its surrounding areas.
• Just a short drive to Boston, Hartford, and New York City for weekend getaways or professional networking.

• Joining the B.E. Smith team means you could receive a full benefits package upon accepting roles. This includes health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D, and a flexible spending account, with some benefits varying based on the job's type and duration.
• As a B.E. Smith employee, we manage your taxes by handling with holdings and also paying the employer portion of your FICA contributions.
• Interim positions come with varying travel requirements. B.E. Smith and the client cover all travel, accommodation, and work-related expenses. You receive bi-weekly trips home at the client's expense, plus a rental car and comfortable lodging for a convenient living experience.
• Some roles may require specific licenses. A compact nursing license allows registered nurses to work in any state that is part of the Nurse Licensure Compact without needing separate state licenses. Stay up to date on new legislation, and confirm licensure requirements with the recruiter.