Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $110,000.00 - $120,000.00
Benefits
scholarship program
Discounted meals
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) with 4% match
Paid Time Off
Early wage access
Job Description
The Peninsula Regent, located in San Mateo, is a premier upscale senior living community dedicated to providing exceptional living experiences for seniors. Recognized for its commitment to quality care and enriching lifestyles, the community offers a warm and vibrant environment where residents can thrive. The Peninsula Regent combines luxury amenities, compassionate staff, and outstanding services to create a supportive and engaging atmosphere tailored specifically to the needs and preferences of its senior residents. As part of the Pacific Retirement Services (PRS) family, the community upholds the highest standards of respect, integrity, and service, reflecting PRS's mission to empower people to... Show More
Job Requirements
- Valid Food Handlers card
- Minimum 5 years of executive chef or equivalent experience
- Ability to lead and mentor a culinary team
- Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and dietary regulations
- Experience managing culinary operations in a senior living or healthcare setting preferred
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage budgets and control costs
- Willingness to maintain visible leadership presence in dining venues
Job Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in Executive Chef or equivalent roles
- Proven leadership skills in culinary operations and team management
- Strong knowledge of menu planning, recipe development, and food safety standards
- Experience in healthcare cuisine preferred
- Ability to mentor and coach culinary staff
- Skilled in budgeting, cost control, and financial record keeping
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Familiarity with nutritional software systems and regulatory compliance
- Valid Food Handlers card
- ServSafe Food Safety Manager certificate is a plus
Job Duties
- Champion the Pacific Retirement Services culture by ingraining the Mission, Vision, and Core Values into all aspects of the role
- Build strong relationships with residents and team members through empathy, genuine communication, and focused personalized dining experiences
- Maintain a visible leadership presence in dining venues, especially during key meal periods, and actively participate in events
- Lead culinary operations and team development including recipe creation, menu planning, catering, and healthcare cuisine
- Ensure menus reflect balanced, high-quality options that meet resident preferences and dietary needs
- Train, coach, and mentor culinary staff ensuring consistent onboarding, skill development, and adherence to policies and service standards
- Maintain exemplary results on corporate assessments, satisfaction surveys, and health inspections by upholding food safety, sanitation, and quality control standards
- Monitor kitchen equipment, cleanliness, and repair needs
- Use temperature, sanitation, and waste logs to ensure regulatory compliance
- Collaborate with leadership to develop and manage departmental budgets, control costs, maintain staffing levels, and provide accurate financial records
- Respond effectively to operational improvement areas ensuring alignment with budget, regulatory and quality standards
- Partner with Dining Services Director, Registered Dietician, Corporate Culinary leadership, and outside agencies to enhance dining programs
- Integrate menu items into MealTracker Nutritional Software System
- Develop seasonal and daily menus
- Continually evaluate team and program effectiveness for innovation and improvement
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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