Executive Chef

Naperville, IL, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $72,200.00 - $99,500.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement benefits

short-term disability

long-term disability

Paid Time Off

Job Description

Senior Lifestyle is a leading organization committed to providing exceptional living experiences for seniors. With a focus on compassionate care and quality service, Senior Lifestyle operates a network of communities that prioritize the health, happiness, and wellbeing of their residents. The company’s mission-driven approach embraces HEART values - Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect, and Teamwork - fostering a supportive environment where employees and residents alike thrive. As an employer, Senior Lifestyle values individuals who embody these principles and are dedicated to enriching the lives of those they serve through purposeful and heartfelt actions. This respectful and collaborative culture underpins every aspect... Show More

Job Requirements

3+ years of experience in a commercial kitchen environment or related certificate or degree
Serv Safe or other required local, county, or state certifications
Ability to maintain cleanliness and follow health department standards
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to manage and schedule kitchen staff
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt due to medical, religious, or personal beliefs

Job Qualifications

3+ years of experience working in a commercial kitchen environment and/or a related certificate or degree from a college or technical school
Associate's degree in culinary related field is preferred
Serv Safe or other required local, county or state certifications
Organized and great at communicating with co-workers and residents
Pride in the quality and presentation of food prepared
Basic to advanced knowledge of cooking and preparation of meals
Thorough understanding of food service techniques and requirements
Great management skills and a willingness and desire to work harmoniously with all staff members
Ability to switch tasks quickly and often

Job Duties

Prepare meals from standardized recipes in accordance with order in a timely and attractive manner
Set up food service line and workstations with needed condiments
Ensure all condiments and garnishes that are required are prepared and served with the appropriate foods
Assist in recipe and menu development
Coordinate prep for the following day's menu
Lead a pre-meal meeting with food servers to review detail of daily menu
Assist with training of new kitchen employees
Ensure an adequate number of culinary employees each shift and ensures absences are covered as to not allow coverage holes
Assist with scheduling of employees within the department
Assist with food ordering, monitoring inventory and creating the menu cycle
Keep stock rooms, coolers, and freezers clean and ensure that food supply stocks are rotated and that all perishables are labeled, dated, and stored properly
Maintain kitchen cleanliness and food preparation according to state and local health department code requirements
Keep food waste to a minimum by utilizing food storage and food recycling techniques
Manage and supervise Sous Chefs, Cooks, Lead Cooks, Prep Cooks, and Utility Workers as needed

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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