thepalace

Executive Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $68,100.00 - $93,800.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
employee wellness program
Professional development opportunities
employee recognition programs

Job Description

Luxury Senior Living Communities located in Coral Gables, Kendall, and Homestead are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Executive Chef for their brand new Palace at Weston – an Independent, Assisted Living and Memory Care Community situated at 16025 Emerald Street, Weston, FL. These communities are dedicated to providing exceptional living experiences for seniors through superior care, upscale amenities, and outstanding dining services. Recognized as a winner of Gallup's Great Workplace Award, these communities strive to foster a positive and supportive work environment where team members can excel and contribute to the overall well-being of residents. The Executive Chef role... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • minimum of 5 years high volume cooking experience in fine dining, resort or hotel settings
  • culinary school certification preferred
  • ability to follow oral and written instructions in English
  • proficiency in verbal and interpersonal communication in English
  • ability to work flexible hours including weekends, holidays and emergencies
  • ability to work under pressure and multitask
  • strong work ethic and self-motivated
  • punctuality and reliability

Job Qualifications

  • A minimum of 5 years of high volume cooking experience in a resort, hotel or fine dining environment
  • culinary school certification preferred
  • must have knowledge of a variety of regional cooking styles
  • able to follow oral and written instructions in English, Spanish a plus
  • demonstrate good verbal communications and interpersonal skills in English, Spanish a plus

Job Duties

  • Prepare food items according to daily production schedule utilizing standardized recipes and specialized diets
  • assign and coordinate work for kitchen personnel
  • coordinate food handling, cooking schedules and cooking methods to assure an upscale culinary experience
  • ensure proper service of meals to conserve nutritional value, flavor, appearance and quality
  • supervise the cooks, prep cooks and dishwasher staff
  • work closely with entertainment and activities directors to design and execute monthly events

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location

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