Executive Chef

Centennial, CO, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $80,000.00 - $90,000.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Flexible

Benefits

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Vision Insurance

Job Description

Wind Crest by Erickson Senior Living is a distinguished continuing care retirement community located on a beautiful 84-acre campus in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, just minutes from Denver. It is part of the extensive national network of communities managed by Erickson Senior Living, one of the most respected and largest providers of senior living and health care in the United States. Wind Crest is dedicated to helping residents live better lives by offering vibrant lifestyles, financial stability, and focused health and well-being services for both those who live and work there. The community prides itself on its commitment to flexibility, work-life balance, and ongoing opportunities for professional growth and development for its team members. Erickson Senior Living and its affiliated organizations maintain a strong commitment to equal opportunity employment, ensuring a workplace free from discrimination and harassment of any kind.

The Executive Chef role at Wind Crest calls for a passionate and hospitality-driven culinary professional with a proven record of leadership and excellence to elevate the award-winning Signature Dining Programs. This position involves hands-on leadership, championing from-scratch cooking, and delivering memorable dining experiences that combine creativity and high standards of execution. The Executive Chef will oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, including procurement, preparation, presentation, staff supervision, and compliance with health and safety regulations. Furthermore, the role offers a competitive salary range of $80,000 to $90,000 annually, with eligibility for an annual bonus, alongside comprehensive benefits. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced executive chef interested in leading a dynamic culinary team within a vibrant senior living community committed to innovation and quality dining experiences.

Job Requirements

Minimum of 3 years executive chef experience
fine dining experience a plus
knowledge of ala carte and catering trends with focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls and food presentation
good knowledge of PC software and POS systems including Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point

Job Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years executive chef experience
fine dining experience a plus
knowledge of ala carte and catering trends with focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls and food presentation
good knowledge of PC software and POS systems including Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point

Job Duties

Ensure efficient and high-quality food purchasing, preparation, and presentation within budget
supervise all kitchen staff and oversee back-of-house systems, core menus, and recipe management
maintain kitchen and equipment sanitation and conduct monthly internal sanitation audits
ensure compliance with all federal and state food safety regulations including Health Department and HAACP
partner with General Manager to address and resolve food production or presentation issues
maintain high standards for food quality and plate presentation