Executive Chef

Oakmont Management Group, headquartered in Irvine, California, is a nationally recognized leader in the senior living industry, managing a diverse portfolio of senior living communities under the Oakmont Senior Living and Ivy Living brands. Serving thousands of seniors across California, Nevada, and Hawaii, Oakmont Management Group is dedicated to creating nurturing environments where residents feel valued, respected, and cared for. The company’s culture emphasizes family and community, incorporating joyful experiences and meaningful relationships as the foundation of senior care. Every team member is carefully selected based on their skills, experience, and deep passion for enhancing the lives of seniors. This commitment to excellence and compassion has established Oakmont as a trusted name in senior living, marked by high standards in service, quality, and innovation.

This opportunity is for the role of an Executive Chef at Oakmont Management Group, where culinary excellence and innovation take center stage in the vibrant, fully equipped kitchens known as "Chefs Playgrounds." As an Executive Chef, you will be the creative force driving the culinary program, crafting seasonal, guest-focused menus that emphasize fresh, high-quality local ingredients. Oakmont is not just looking for good chefs; it is searching for culinary leaders who set standards rather than follow them, who thrive on innovation, ambition, and results. The position offers an annual salary range of $80,000 to $84,000 and is a full-time role key to the continued growth and success of the company’s food service operations.

The Executive Chef at Oakmont Management Group plays a critical role in the overall dining experience, ensuring excellence from kitchen operations to interaction with staff and residents. You will lead a full scratch kitchen, manage food, labor, and product costs with precision, and use next-generation technology to optimize kitchen productivity and culinary results. Your passion for hospitality and creating exceptional food experiences will be the foundation upon which this role thrives. Collaboration is highly valued, and you will work closely with your team to create flexible, contemporary work environments where creativity and professionalism flourish. In addition to culinary skills, your leadership will foster relationships, mentor kitchen staff, and embody the company’s mission to bring joy, laughter, and outstanding service to the daily lives of senior residents.

Oakmont Management Group offers a comprehensive benefits package reflecting its commitment to the well-being of its employees. Beyond competitive pay, the benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, vacation and personal days, paid sick leave, and holidays. Additional perks include complimentary meals, bonus opportunities, company-paid life insurance, a team member discount program, 401(k) savings plan with company match, recognition programs, student loan refinancing, pet insurance, employee assistance programs, and emergency financial assistance. These benefits underscore the company’s dedication to supporting the professional, physical, and financial health of its team.

Ideal candidates for this position are those who are ambitious, innovative executive chefs ready to lead and grow within a dynamic, expanding organization. Professionals who are food-focused, trend-driven, customer savvy, and results-oriented will find a rewarding career here. Oakmont embraces diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming talented chefs who represent a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. If you are a driven, competitive culinary professional passionate about elevating hospitality standards and eager to contribute to a respected senior living community, Oakmont Management Group invites you to apply and become part of its culinary leadership team.