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Sodexo Senior Living is a leading provider of comprehensive food and facilities management services, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for senior residents through exceptional culinary and hospitality offerings. Citizens Care, located in Frederick, MD, is a vibrant senior living community serving 150 residents across skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, and memory care units. With a commitment to excellence and compassionate service, Citizens Care focuses on fostering a supportive and enriching environment where seniors can thrive. Sodexo Senior Living emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and respect for diversity, ensuring that each team member contributes to the mission of creating better days for everyone involved.

We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Executive Chef to join our team at Citizens Care. This role presents a remarkable opportunity to advance your culinary career within a dynamic and rewarding senior living setting. The Executive Chef will play a pivotal leadership role by overseeing the culinary operations, inspiring a team of 13 hourly employees including cooks and kitchen staff, and ensuring the highest standards of food production, quality, and safety are maintained. The typical work schedule features shifts from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM, with variations for closing shifts and rotating weekend coverage to meet the needs of the community.

As the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for implementing and standardizing culinary systems and procedures that enhance operational efficiency and resident satisfaction. This includes managing catering, garnishing, panning charts, production processes, puree standardization, food management system sheets, inventory control, HACCP compliance, cleaning schedules, staffing plans, food presentation, and kitchen safety and cleanliness. A hands-on approach to leadership is essential, as you will train, mentor, and develop your culinary team to foster professional growth and deliver superior service.

This is a full-time position that offers a competitive salary commensurate with your education, experience, and skills. Sodexo provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness programs, 401(k) plans with matching contributions, paid time off, company holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement and tuition reimbursement. As an employer, Sodexo values inclusivity and diversity, providing an equitable and respectful workplace where all employees are encouraged to be themselves and contribute meaningfully.

Joining Sodexo at Citizens Care means becoming part of an organization that prioritizes the well-being of both its residents and team members. If you are passionate about culinary excellence and dedicated to making a positive impact in a senior living environment, this role offers an inspiring and stable career path. Sodexo’s global presence and community focus provide a unique platform for continuous learning and professional development in the food service and hospitality industry.