Chef Manager - Pocopson Nursing Home West Chester, PA, USA Requisition Number 15851 Location Pocopson Job Description Chef Manager – Cook Up Care in Healthcare Nutrition! Healthcare Dining Leadership Are you a culinary professional who’s passionate about food, leadership, and purpose? Join our healthcare nutrition team as a Chef Manager and bring your skills to a kitchen that nourishes patients, supports healing, and empowers frontline caregivers. What You’ll Do: + Lead daily kitchen operations to deliver healthy, high-quality meals to patients, staff, and visitors + Supervise and train culinary team members to ensure consistency, efficiency, and compassionate service + Design patient-centered menus that are nutritious, therapeutic, and compliant with dietary guidelines + Maintain food safety, sanitation, and inventory systems in accordance with healthcare and regulatory standards + Collaborate with clinical dietitians and healthcare staff to meet diverse nutritional needs and enhance patient care + Manage production records, vendor relationships, and kitchen budgets + Foster a culture of dignity, teamwork, and excellence in a fast-paced healthcare environment We’re Looking For: + 3+ years of experience in culinary management (hospital, senior living, or healthcare food service a plus) + Strong cooking skills with a focus on batch cooking and modified diets + Knowledge of healthcare dietary requirements, food safety protocols, and production planning + A compassionate leader who builds strong teams and thrives under pressure + ServSafe certification + Passion for food, wellness, and making a difference in the lives of patients and caregivers Why Join Us? + Competitive salary + growth and advancement opportunities + Predictable schedule + Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and 401K with company match + Paid time off + A mission-driven workplace where your work supports health and healing About Us: At Whitsons, we believe nourishing food plays a vital role in recovery and well-being. As a Chef Manager in healthcare, you’ll bring culinary care to the front lines—serving meals that support treatment, comfort patients, and fuel caregivers. You won’t just manage a kitchen—you’ll lead a team that brings heart to healthcare. Ready to lead with compassion and purpose? Apply now and help us heal through food—at Whitsons our mission is Enhancing Life One Meal at a Time™. Requirements REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES: Education : + College / Culinary degree preferred. + FMP preferred. + Safety training classes completed as required Certifications : + ServSafe Certification required + OSHA Certification preferred but not required + Local food safety certification, if required in jurisdiction of employment . Computer Skills : + All Microsoft Office Suite products + Ability to learn new software programs Other Qualifications, Experience and Competencies : + Minimum 3-5 years of high volume food service management experience required . Work Schedule Schedule based on business needs Supervisor Daniel Treacy Salary Target 25.64