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Executive Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $100,000.00 - $105,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Retirement Plan
Flexible Time Off
holiday time off
Associate Shopping Program
Health and wellness programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee assistance program
flexible spending accounts
Paid parental leave
Personal Leave

Job Description

CCL Hospitality Group is a leading provider of hospitality services, with a philosophy rooted in caring for the individuals who care for guests. With four distinct operating companies—Morrison Living, Unidine, Coreworks, and The Hub—CCL is dedicated to shaping the future of the hospitality industry by fostering a culture of service focused on elevated hospitality for community living across the United States. Known for prioritizing their team members as their most significant competitive advantage, CCL constantly strives to strengthen a service culture where every member matters and contributes to the success of the company. As part of Compass Group USA, CCL offers a collaborative and inclusive work environment where employees are empowered to deliver hospitality excellence and make lasting impressions.

This exciting culinary opportunity is available at a senior living community located in Altadena, California. The position offers a competitive salary range of $100,000 to $105,000, including a $5,000 sign-on bonus and relocation assistance for qualified candidates. CCL Hospitality Group is committed to supporting its team members not only through competitive pay but also through numerous benefits and career development opportunities.

The Executive Chef role is a leadership position that calls for an inspirational and organized leader who actively participates in daily kitchen operations to ensure success. This includes recruiting, training, and supervising kitchen staff, as well as overseeing food preparation. The Executive Chef will showcase culinary talents by delivering visually appealing, show-quality food while empowering onsite staff and continuously improving resident, employee, and client satisfaction. The role includes a strong focus on maintaining food quality, safety, and sanitation standards, as well as managing food and labor costs to meet financial objectives.

Key responsibilities involve leading culinary production, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, setting performance standards for team members, and ensuring exceptional customer service. The Executive Chef will be responsible for menu development, sourcing fresh food products, creating decorative food displays, and introducing new cooking techniques. The position requires managing department expenses, budgeting, and analyzing financial and operational data to optimize business performance. The successful candidate will also be expected to foster a culture of teamwork and open communication through regular team meetings, goal setting, and employee engagement strategies.

CCL Hospitality Group values culinary professionals with a passion for hands-on chefs experience and provides the opportunity to work in a challenging, high-volume food service environment in the senior living sector. The company encourages innovation, hospitality excellence, and continuous improvement to enhance the overall customer experience. This role is ideal for a motivated culinary leader who is eager to make a meaningful impact in a community-focused hospitality setting, supporting both residents and team members alike.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or A.S. degree in culinary arts or related field
  • Minimum 5 years of culinary management experience
  • Proven leadership skills
  • Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation standards
  • Ability to manage budgets and control costs
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other software
  • ServSafe certification recommended
  • Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
  • Must be willing to relocate to Altadena, CA
  • Physical ability to perform kitchen duties
  • Commitment to exceptional customer service and team development

Job Qualifications

  • A.S. degree or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 5 years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience
  • Extensive catering experience preferred
  • Experience in high volume, complex foodservice operations highly desirable
  • Institutional and batch cooking experience
  • Hands-on chef experience required
  • Comprehensive knowledge of food trends, production, sanitation, cost control, and presentation
  • Proficient with computers including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, Email, and Internet
  • Willingness to participate in client satisfaction programs
  • ServSafe certification highly desirable

Job Duties

  • Lead daily culinary production including meal preparation, food quality and presentation, and compliance with safety standards
  • Determine food presentation and create decorative displays
  • Provide direction on menu development based on product availability and seasonal ingredients
  • Source fresh food and monitor produce and meat freshness
  • Maintain product consistency through inspections of seasoning, portion, and appearance
  • Research customer preferences to develop menus incorporating local foods and flavors
  • Prepare and cook foods for regular meals and special functions
  • Demonstrate new cooking techniques and equipment to staff
  • Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff activities
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards
  • Set performance standards, monitor productivity, and provide coaching
  • Communicate and enforce safety procedures and monitor related processes
  • Manage food inventory, purchasing, receiving, and storage standards
  • Participate in business strategy development and implementation
  • Manage department expenses including food cost, supplies, uniforms, and equipment
  • Analyze financial and operational data to adjust business plans and labor requirements
  • Develop, implement, and manage departmental budgets controlling labor and food costs
  • Identify revenue and expense opportunities
  • Schedule staff based on forecasted volumes
  • Create 100% resident satisfaction through training and resource allocation
  • Maintain professional attitude while engaging with residents and staff
  • Provide coaching, feedback, and support to improve service quality
  • Empower employees to deliver excellent customer service
  • Promote teamwork and genuine hospitality
  • Seek resident feedback and develop improvement strategies
  • Respond to guest complaints and problems
  • Lead team meetings and establish performance and budget goals
  • Solicit employee feedback and implement engagement strategies
  • Ensure fairness and equity among employees
  • Provide training and tools necessary for job performance
  • Communicate expectations and provide ongoing feedback
  • Deliver coaching and counseling to achieve performance objectives

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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