Kliniken Schmieder (Stiftung & Co.) KG is a specialized neurology hospital with 6 locations in Baden-Württemberg. At the Kliniken Schmieder locations on Lake Constance, we care for approximately 850 patients daily, and about 300 employees also take advantage of our meal service. Their satisfaction is very important to us. In our central kitchen in Konstanz, we focus on Mediterranean-inspired cuisine that features a high proportion of regional products.
As part of a planned succession plan, we are seeking you for our Konstanz location, effective January 1, 2027, or as agreed, to serve as
Catering Manager and Head Chef (m/f/d)
- Start date: January1 , 2027, or as agreed
- Location: Konstanz
Your Responsibilities:
- Process and interface management related to food service for patients, employees, and visitors at the various hospital locations on Lake Constance (Konstanz, Allensbach, and Gailingen)
- Optimization and further development of processes and services at the hospital locations on Lake Constance
- Defining and implementing guidelines regarding quality and cost-effectiveness
- Ensuring and maintaining quality, hygiene guidelines (HACCP), and occupational safety in collaboration with local kitchen managers
- Strategic planning of food production (including special dietary needs) while considering nutritional, economic, and environmental factors
- Strategic food procurement and inventory planning
- As Head of the Constance Kitchen, managing staff and ensuring quality control at the central production kitchen in Constance
- Staff scheduling and vacation planning, as well as the management, supervision, and training of subordinate employees in collaboration with the local kitchen managers
Your Profile:
- Completed vocational training as a chef (m/f/d), ideally with a degree as a master chef (m/f/d) and/or a degree in foodservice management (m/f/d)
- A leader with professional and managerial experience in institutional food service, the catering industry, and/or commercial kitchens
- A high degree of responsibility and organizational skills
- Ability to work in a team, resolve conflicts, and handle high-pressure situations
- Knowledge of inventory management systems (e.g., Orgacard)
What we offer:
- A permanent, secure position
- Clearly defined, family-friendly work hours (typically only on weekdays in the morning) in a 39-hour workweek
- Attractive benefits package in accordance with the company’s collective bargaining agreement
- Assistance with finding housing, if needed
- Numerous employee benefits (e.g., corporate benefits, on-site fitness center, subsidies for the Deutschlandticket, children’s vacation care, parking options)
- Company pension plan
- JobRad bicycle leasing
An interesting, exciting, and varied role awaits you at a clinic in an excellent location.
For further information, please contact Mr. Zeller, a member of the management team in Konstanz, at 07531-986-3031.
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