Executive Chef I

About the role

Join our team as an Executive Chef who brings a passion for great food, teamwork, and culinary excellence. We’re seeking a proven hospitality leader with a strong track record of success to help drive our innovative Signature Dining Programs, featuring from-scratch cooking and chef-inspired cuisine. This role calls for hands-on leadership, creativity, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of food production, ensuring efficiency, quality, and consistency from purchasing and receiving to storage, preparation, and plate presentation—all within established budget guidelines
• Supervise and support all kitchen staff ensuring adherence to performance standards and kitchen operations
• Implement and maintain core menus, recipe management systems, and back-of-house (BOH) computer systems
• Ensure all kitchen equipment and areas meet sanitation standards, including responsibility for monthly internal sanitation audits
• Maintain compliance with all federal and state food safety regulations (e.g., Health Department, HACCP)
• Ensure consistently high standards for food quality and visual presentation
• Build strong relationships with residents through regular dining room visits and engagement meetings

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years Executive Chef experience.
• Fine dining experience a plus.
• Knowledge of ala carte and catering trends with focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls and food presentation
• Good knowledge of PC software and POS systems (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point).

Qualifications

Please note that specific state regulations and requirements may be applicable. These regulations take precedence over the requirements outlined in the job description.

Benefits

• A culture rooted in diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus wellness reimbursements, health coaching, and telemedicine
• PTO and paid volunteer hours (per state regulations)
• 401(k) with 3% company match for team members 18+
• On-site medical centers and health/well-being resources for team members
• Education assistance, certification reimbursement, and access to 6,000+ online courses
• Exciting growth opportunities as we continue to expand

Pay

Commensurate with experience starting at $80,000.00 annually plus eligibility for annual bonus

Schedule

N/A