Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $28.00 - $33.00
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Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Early wage access
401(k)
vacation
sick leave
Bereavement leave
Jury duty leave
Holidays
Float holidays
flexible spending accounts
meal discounts
Tuition Assistance
short term disability
term life insurance
term AD&D
Critical Illness
hospital indemnity

Job Description

Leisure Care is a leading provider of hospitality-based care services dedicated to enriching the lives of older adults through exceptional community living experiences. Known for its commitment to delivering premier dining, personalized fitness programs, and engaging activities, Leisure Care creates welcoming environments that truly feel like home for residents and their families. The organization prides itself on its superstar employees who bring passion, creativity, and dedication to their roles, inspiring innovative ways to serve and support the community. Recognized as a certified Great Place to Work and ranked among Fortune's Best Workplaces in Aging Services, Leisure Care offers a supportive and rewarding workplace where employees can thrive. As a part of Leisure Care, you'll find a culture that values teamwork, respect, and continuous growth, making it a fantastic place to build a fulfilling career with the best benefits in the industry.

We are currently seeking a Chef to join our dedicated team. This full-time role is crucial in managing all kitchen operations within our communities, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, safety, and resident satisfaction are met. As Chef, you will oversee the entire culinary team, guiding and developing staff to meet the dynamic needs of our residents and uphold our commitment to outstanding service. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years of kitchen experience, including at least two years as a Chef or Executive Chef within the restaurant, hotel, or senior living sectors. You will be passionate about creating interesting, flavorful, and seasonal menus that cater to the preferences of our residents. Budget management skills are essential, as you will be responsible for maintaining department expenses within allocated guidelines. Your leadership and management expertise will be vital in training staff, promoting a positive work environment, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, including ServSafe certification. Join Leisure Care and take the opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of residents while growing your culinary career in an enriching and fun environment.

Job Requirements

  • Minimum high school diploma or equivalent
  • 5 years kitchen experience
  • 2 years Chef or Executive Chef experience in restaurant, hotel, or senior living industry
  • ServSafe certification
  • Strong leadership and management skills
  • Ability to create seasonal and flavorful menus
  • Experience maintaining departmental budget

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years kitchen experience
  • At least 2 years Chef or Executive Chef experience in restaurant, hotel, or senior living industry
  • Strong desire to create interesting, flavorful, and seasonal menus
  • Prior progressive management experience in hotel, hospitality, or senior living sectors
  • Strong management and leadership skills
  • ServSafe certification

Job Duties

  • Manage kitchen operations and supervise kitchen employees
  • Ensure quality preparation and service delivery of all menu items
  • Maintain department expenses within budgeted guidelines
  • Promote resident satisfaction through understanding their preferences
  • Train and develop kitchen staff for growth and company success

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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