Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $85,000.00 - $95,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
401(k) with 4% match
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employer-contributed retirement plan
Paid Time Off
Life insurance
Discounted TriMet passes
Discounted parking
Access to indoor swimming pool
access to fitness center
Scholarship Opportunities
Employee Appreciation Programs
Early wage access
Job Description
Holladay Park Plaza is Portland's premier upscale senior living community, renowned for delivering exceptional living experiences tailored to meet the unique needs of seniors. As a part of Pacific Retirement Services (PRS), an established leader in senior living solutions, Holladay Park Plaza emphasizes a holistic and compassionate approach to eldercare. PRS's commitment to empowering people to lead meaningful lives as they age is ingrained in every facet of the community's operation. The community offers an elegant environment, various amenities, and dedicated services designed to uplift and enrich the lives of its residents, creating a place where aging is embraced as... Show More
Job Requirements
- Valid Food Handlers card
- ServSafe Food Safety Manager certificate preferred
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in Executive Chef or equivalent roles
- Proven leadership in culinary operations
- Ability to develop and mentor culinary staff
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
- Strong budgeting and financial management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Job Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Executive Chef or equivalent role
- Strong culinary expertise in fine dining and upscale casual dining environments
- Demonstrated leadership and team development skills
- Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and quality control standards
- Experience with menu planning and recipe development
- Ability to manage departmental budgets and financial reporting
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency with nutritional software systems is preferred
- Commitment to supporting a positive workplace culture aligned with PRS values
Job Duties
- Champion Pacific Retirement Services (PRS) culture by ingraining mission, vision, and core values into all roles
- Build strong relationships with residents and team members through empathy and genuine communication
- Maintain a visible leadership presence in dining venues, especially during key meal periods
- Lead culinary operations including recipe creation, menu planning, catering, and healthcare cuisine
- Train, coach, and mentor culinary staff ensuring consistent onboarding and skill development
- Ensure quality, compliance, and safety by upholding food safety, sanitation, and quality control standards
- Drive operational and financial performance by managing budgets, controlling costs, and maintaining staffing levels
- Collaborate with Dining Services Director, Registered Dietician, Corporate Culinary leadership, and outside agencies to enhance dining programs
- Integrate menu items into MealTracker Nutritional Software System and develop seasonal and daily menus
- Evaluate team and program effectiveness for innovation and continuous improvement
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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