Chef Manager – Senior Living Community | Hands-On Kitchen Leadership

Responsibilities

Lead daily kitchen operations and meal service execution
Prepare and cook meals alongside the team in alignment with menu standards and dietary needs
Supervise and support kitchen staff, ensuring quality, consistency, and efficiency
Maintain high standards for food quality, presentation, and service
Manage inventory, ordering, and basic food cost control
Ensure compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards
Support scheduling and day-to-day team coordination
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment
Assist with special events, themed meals, and community functions

Requirements

3–5+ years of experience in kitchen operations, culinary leadership, or hospitality
Experience as a Sous Chef, Kitchen Manager, Chef Manager, or similar role preferred
Strong understanding of food preparation, kitchen workflow, and safety standards
Comfortable working hands-on in the kitchen daily while leading and supporting a team
Strong organization and time management skills
ServSafe certification or similar food safety certification preferred
Reliable, team-oriented, and service-focused mindset

Qualifications

Strong culinary background
Hands-on kitchen leadership experience

Skills

Leadership skills
Team management
Food safety and sanitation knowledge
Effective communication and problem-solving abilities

Benefits

Competitive salary with growth potential
Paid Holidays
ZayZoon Access
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance, Disability, and Financial Protection Plans (Critical Illness, Accident Coverage, Legal & ID Theft Protection)
Education Assistance
Employee & Resident Referral Bonuses
Exclusive Employee Rent Discounts

Pay

Competitive salary with growth potential

Schedule

Full-Time