Executive Chef

CCL Hospitality Group is a leading organization in the hospitality industry, known for its unwavering commitment to exceptional service and the value it places on its team members. With a core philosophy centered on caring for those who care for their guests, CCL Hospitality Group emphasizes building a service culture where every individual knows they matter and has a stake in the company’s success. The group encompasses four distinct operating companies—Morrison Living, Unidine, Coreworks, and The Hub—each dedicated to delivering elevated hospitality across community living environments throughout the country. This multi-faceted approach positions CCL Hospitality Group as an influential player in shaping the future leaders of the hospitality industry, promoting mutual success, and leaving lasting positive impressions on residents and clients alike.

The role available is for an Executive Chef, a critical leadership position that demands both culinary expertise and managerial acumen. This position is offered on a full-time basis with a competitive salary range between $70,000 and $74,000 annually, positioned at pay grade 14. The Executive Chef is expected to be an inspirational and organized leader who is proactive in the kitchen, not hesitating to roll up their sleeves to ensure daily operations run smoothly. Key responsibilities include recruiting, training, and overseeing food preparation with a strong focus on delivering show-quality cuisine. The role also involves actively engaging in food production tasks while empowering and developing the onsite culinary team.

This role requires an individual committed to excellence in resident, employee, and client satisfaction with a sharp eye on maximizing financial performance. The Executive Chef is responsible for ensuring monthly budget adherence, meeting food and labor cost targets, and guaranteeing the safe handling of food by following strict safety and sanitation protocols. This leadership position plays a pivotal role in directing daily culinary operations, including meal preparation, quality control, presentation, and compliance with safety standards. The Executive Chef also influences menu development, sourcing fresh ingredients, monitoring product consistency, and promoting innovative cooking techniques among the staff.

Moreover, the Executive Chef will contribute to business and financial strategy implementation in alignment with the client’s mission and vision. This includes managing controllable expenses such as food costs, supplies, and equipment, developing purchasing protocols, and maintaining efficient labor scheduling. Exceptional customer service is a hallmark of the role, requiring the creation of a resident satisfaction-focused environment by providing extensive training, fostering great team engagement, and ensuring the delivery of genuine hospitality.

Team building and employee management are also core facets of this position. The Executive Chef will lead team meetings, set measurable goals, solicit and respond to employee feedback, and implement strategies to enhance engagement and fairness in the workplace. Providing ongoing coaching, counseling, and resources to help team members perform to their highest potential is essential.

Preferred qualifications for this role include an Associate of Science degree or equivalent experience, with a minimum of five years of progressive culinary or kitchen management background. Experience in high-volume, complex foodservice operations, catering, and batch cooking are highly desirable. Hands-on chef experience and proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office and email tools, are required. ServSafe certification is also highly desirable.

Working at CCL Hospitality Group offers numerous benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement plans, flexible time off, holiday time off, health and wellness programs, employee assistance, and more. CCL is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair treatment of all applicants and associates, regardless of diverse backgrounds. This opportunity is suitable for candidates who aspire to a challenging yet rewarding leadership role within a dynamic hospitality environment.