Executive Chef

Everett, WA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $80,168.00 - $87,000.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement plan contribution match

Vacation Time

Sick Time

Paid holidays

team member meals

Job Description

Quail Park of Lynnwood is a premier senior living community dedicated to providing compassionate and high-quality care to its residents. As part of the Living Care Lifestyles family, Quail Park offers an environment that emphasizes respect, dignity, and individuality for seniors, ensuring that every aspect of their living experience is thoughtfully curated. Known for its welcoming community and exceptional services, Quail Park of Lynnwood has built a reputation for excellence in senior care and hospitality, making it a sought-after place for both residents and employees. The establishment fosters a supportive work culture that values each team member's contributions and encourages professional development, making it an ideal workplace for those committed to making a meaningful difference in seniors' lives.

Currently, Quail Park of Lynnwood is seeking an Executive Chef to join their Signature Dining Team. This full-time position offers a competitive salary ranging from $80,168.40 to $87,000 annually. The Executive Chef role is instrumental in managing and enhancing the culinary experience for the community's residents, ensuring meals are not only nutritious but also appealing and presented in a clean and attractive manner. The Executive Chef supports the Director of Signature Dining by assisting with scheduling, inventory management, and budget adherence, while also maintaining regulatory compliance with OSHA and local health standards. This role includes training and directing kitchen staff, stepping in for dining leadership when necessary, and contributing to both meal preparation and service standards. The position demands strong culinary skills, leadership abilities, and a deep commitment to customer service, specifically tailored to the senior living environment. It is a physically engaging role requiring the capacity to stand for extended periods and sometimes lift heavy items. Candidates must have at least three years of food service experience with supervisory responsibilities, preferably within hotel, restaurant, or senior living settings. Culinary arts certification and proficiency in menu development that caters to seniors' nutritional needs are highly valued. Quail Park of Lynnwood provides a range of benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plan matching, paid time off, and team member meals, alongside other perks. Joining Quail Park means becoming part of a team dedicated to creating a positive impact through exceptional dining experiences and compassionate care.

Job Requirements

Minimum of 3 years food service experience with supervisory responsibilities
Experience in hotel, restaurant, or senior living setting preferred
Certified culinary arts training preferred
Ability to develop senior-friendly menus
Strong customer service skills
Proficiency in English communication
Basic computer skills
Meet all health and food handling regulations
Maintain current CPR/First Aid and Food Handler’s certifications

Job Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years food service experience with progressively increasing responsibility and at least 1-year supervisory experience
Previous experience in hotel, restaurant, or senior living setting preferred
Completion of certified culinary arts training preferred
Ability to create and implement menus with variety, interest, and appeal while meeting senior nutritional needs
Understanding of cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
Strong commitment to customer service and ability to exceed expectations
Proficiency in English for communication with residents, guests, staff, and vendors
Basic computer skills proficiency
Compliance with local and state health-related and food-handling requirements
Current CPR/First Aid and Food Handler’s credentials

Job Duties

Support Director of Signature Dining in creating and monitoring kitchen team member schedules and daily assignments to ensure efficient meal preparation, service, and clean-up
Support Director of Signature Dining with maintaining department within budgetary guidelines
Support Director of Signature Dining in ordering, monitoring, and maintaining adequate inventory of food, kitchen, and dining supplies and equipment
Maintain knowledge base of current OSHA, local and state regulatory agency guidelines and ensure kitchen and food service program maintain regulatory compliance
Responsible for training and directing all kitchen team members during shift
Fill in for Director of Signature Dining or Dining Room Manager when necessary
Assist Dining Room Manager with direction of serving staff as needed
Assist with cleaning duties as required
Perform physical duties including standing for 2-3 hours and lifting 25-50lbs