Head of Ancillary Services directs and coordinates all aspects of non-nursing ancillary services like pharmacy, respiratory, medical records, and occupational or physical therapy. Sets policies and procedures and ensures all services meet the objectives of the organization. Being a Head of Ancillary Services requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Head of Ancillary Services typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a Head of Ancillary Services typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Executive Chef duties and responsibilities
An Executive Chef, or Head Chef, is responsible for overseeing kitchen staff and ensuring the quality of food items. Their duties include hiring and training staff to cook their dishes, expediting orders to maintain a steady flow of dishes and creating dishes to add to the menu.
Executive Chefs complete a variety of creative, organizational and leadership tasks to ensure a kitchen runs optimally and patrons’ meals are satisfactory. Their responsibilities frequently include:
Developing unique and cuisine-appropriate menus
Collaborating with the Restaurant Manager to set item prices
Staying current on developing trends in the restaurant industry
Maintaining the kitchen and surrounding areas in conditions that meet the company standards and health code regulations
Monitoring inventory and purchasing supplies and food from approved vendors
Hiring, training and supervising kitchen staff
Assisting and directing kitchen staff in meal preparation, creation, plating and delivery
Identifying and introducing new culinary techniques
Preparing meals and completing prep support as needed
Executive Chef skills and qualifications
Executive Chefs use a variety of culinary skills and soft skills to lead kitchens and provide excellent meal service to patrons. These skills include:
Expert knowledge of the restaurant or organization’s cuisine
Advanced culinary skills including food preparation, flavor pairings and other cooking best practices
Ability to develop unique recipes
Current knowledge of trends in the restaurant industry
In-depth knowledge of federal, state and local food handling regulations
Comfortable training, directing and supervising kitchen staff
Exceptional leadership skills, including motivation and goal-setting
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Time management and organization
Executive Chef education and training
Most Executive Chef candidates have completed a professional certification, diploma or degree in culinary arts, culinary science or pastry arts from a culinary school or technical college. Other candidates have completed their education through specialized apprenticeship or training programs, often those that teach both the basics of culinary creation and of a specific cuisine or cooking style. In addition to education, many candidates earn a ServSafe certification that demonstrates their understanding of best practices and regulations for safe food handling practices.
Executive Chef experience requirements
Depending on your organization, facility or restaurant, the experience required for an Executive Chef may vary. For new, up-and-coming restaurants, an experienced Executive Chef with more than five years of kitchen leadership experience may be desirable. Those looking for new ideas or willing to train the right candidate may consider candidates with less experience in leadership but a few years working as a Sous Chef or other cooking professional. Restaurants in a specialized cuisine or cooking style would benefit from candidates with years of experience and/or training in that cuisine or style.
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