EXECUTIVE CHEF

CCL Hospitality Group is a nationally recognized leader in the hospitality industry, dedicated to providing exceptional dining experiences across a range of community living environments. As a part of the Compass Group USA family, CCL Hospitality Group operates through four distinct companies: Morrison Living, Unidine, Coreworks, and The Hub. Each company focuses on delivering elevated hospitality services, emphasizing not only the quality of food but also the overall guest and resident experience. With people as the core of their philosophy, CCL Hospitality Group places a deep commitment on caring for its team members, fostering a service culture where every employee feels valued and empowered. This culture drives the company towards continuous improvement and success in all facets of its operations.

CCL Hospitality Group is currently seeking an Executive Chef who will play a vital role in overseeing kitchen operations and ensuring the highest standards of food quality, safety, and sanitation. This is a dynamic, entrepreneurial role ideal for a culinary professional with a passion for excellence and leadership. The Executive Chef will be responsible for directing meal preparation in accordance with corporate programs and guidelines while maintaining a safe and sanitary environment for kitchen staff. The role offers a unique opportunity to lead culinary innovation and operational efficiency within a supportive and growth-focused workplace.

In this role, the Executive Chef will plan regular and modified menus, adhere strictly to standard recipes and presentation guidelines, and manage production and waste logs to optimize kitchen operations. Training and developing kitchen staff is a key responsibility, ensuring team members are proficient in food preparation, safe handling, and compliance with regulatory standards. Additionally, the Executive Chef will establish maintenance schedules for kitchen equipment and storage areas, control inventory of food and non-food supplies, and make strategic decisions on the use of leftover food products while staying within company guidelines.

The Executive Chef also ensures compliance with federal, state, and local health and sanitation regulations through rigorous adherence to company policies and participation in audits. Beyond operational duties, this leadership role involves enhancing customer satisfaction by fostering a team environment where service excellence is paramount. The Executive Chef will lead by example, exhibiting hands-on culinary expertise and a professional approach to team building and management, including recruiting, training, goal setting, and performance monitoring.

Financial acumen is critical to success in this role, with responsibilities including budgeting, cost control, and financial analysis to meet or exceed food and labor cost objectives. The Executive Chef will oversee purchasing, receiving, and food inventory management while adapting staffing schedules to forecasted demand levels. Commitment to exceptional customer service will be demonstrated through continuous efforts to improve the resident and client experience via feedback analysis and service enhancement strategies.

An ideal candidate will have at least an associate degree or equivalent experience, with five or more years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience. Extensive catering experience is a plus, along with proficiency in high-volume, complex foodservice operations and hands-on chef experience. Knowledge of food trends, sanitation standards, and food cost controls, combined with technological competence in Microsoft Office and related software, is essential. ServSafe certification is highly desirable.

Joining CCL Hospitality Group means being part of a mission-driven company that values each team member and strives for excellence in hospitality. The group offers comprehensive benefits and a culture that supports professional growth and work-life balance, making it an ideal environment for culinary professionals eager to impact the future of community hospitality.