Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Fixed Shifts
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
AD&D insurance
long-term disability insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Employee assistance program
discounted bus tickets
Employee Discount Program
employee appreciation bonuses
Free Employee Meals
Free parking
optional daily pay
Job Description
The Cypress of Charlotte is a distinguished and premier Life Plan Community located in Charlotte, NC, offering a unique blend of luxury living and compassionate care. Situated on 65 scenic acres in the prestigious SouthPark area, The Cypress provides an exceptional resort-style environment that balances meaningful work with a strong sense of community. The establishment prides itself on fostering a warm, inclusive atmosphere where talented and diverse professionals can collaborate and thrive. This community is designed not only as a place to work but as a vibrant environment where employees feel valued and empowered to make a positive impact on the lives of residents every day. The Cypress of Charlotte takes great pride in being a leader in senior living by continuously promoting a lifestyle enriched with comfort, dignity, and hospitality.
We are currently seeking an Executive Chef who is passionate about hospitality and senior engagement to join our outstanding team. This is a full-time, 40-hour per week position, involving 10-hour shifts that include weekends and holidays, based in Charlotte, NC 28210. The Executive Chef will be a key player responsible for coordinating all food preparation, cooking, and baking activities within our community. The position emphasizes maintaining dietary standards and the nutritional quality of all food served while ensuring a positive and courteous work environment for both staff and residents. This role plays a crucial part in delivering an exceptional dining experience, enhancing the overall quality of life for residents through well-managed food services.
The Executive Chef will oversee kitchen operations by supervising all kitchen personnel, including staffing, scheduling, counseling, orientation, and performance evaluation. They are tasked with the development and implementation of menus that meet the highest standards of quality and nutrition for residents across both the Health Center and apartment dining facilities. Ensuring compliance with state and federal health regulations is a fundamental aspect of the job, including adherence to health surveys and food safety protocols. The Executive Chef will provide continuous staff education and on-the-job training to foster professional growth and maintain excellence in food preparation and service.
Teamwork is highly valued at The Cypress of Charlotte, with the Chef promoting collaboration within the kitchen department and across other departments to guarantee smooth operations and satisfactory experiences for residents, coworkers, and guests alike. This leadership position also involves managing sanitation, production processes, and food storage in compliance with all applicable regulations. The ideal candidate will be ServSafe certified and bring a culinary background combined with excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and a solid understanding of restaurant management and nutrition principles. Whether you have experience in hotels, restaurants, clubs, or similar institutions, this role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute meaningfully in a compassionate and supportive senior living community. We invite enthusiastic and compassionate senior care professionals with a passion for hospitality to apply and become part of The Cypress family.
We are currently seeking an Executive Chef who is passionate about hospitality and senior engagement to join our outstanding team. This is a full-time, 40-hour per week position, involving 10-hour shifts that include weekends and holidays, based in Charlotte, NC 28210. The Executive Chef will be a key player responsible for coordinating all food preparation, cooking, and baking activities within our community. The position emphasizes maintaining dietary standards and the nutritional quality of all food served while ensuring a positive and courteous work environment for both staff and residents. This role plays a crucial part in delivering an exceptional dining experience, enhancing the overall quality of life for residents through well-managed food services.
The Executive Chef will oversee kitchen operations by supervising all kitchen personnel, including staffing, scheduling, counseling, orientation, and performance evaluation. They are tasked with the development and implementation of menus that meet the highest standards of quality and nutrition for residents across both the Health Center and apartment dining facilities. Ensuring compliance with state and federal health regulations is a fundamental aspect of the job, including adherence to health surveys and food safety protocols. The Executive Chef will provide continuous staff education and on-the-job training to foster professional growth and maintain excellence in food preparation and service.
Teamwork is highly valued at The Cypress of Charlotte, with the Chef promoting collaboration within the kitchen department and across other departments to guarantee smooth operations and satisfactory experiences for residents, coworkers, and guests alike. This leadership position also involves managing sanitation, production processes, and food storage in compliance with all applicable regulations. The ideal candidate will be ServSafe certified and bring a culinary background combined with excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and a solid understanding of restaurant management and nutrition principles. Whether you have experience in hotels, restaurants, clubs, or similar institutions, this role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute meaningfully in a compassionate and supportive senior living community. We invite enthusiastic and compassionate senior care professionals with a passion for hospitality to apply and become part of The Cypress family.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- a minimum of five years’ experience as an executive chef or sous chef in a hotel, restaurant, club or other similar institution
- ServSafe® certification
- ability to effectively communicate, read, write, and follow oral and written instructions in English
- ability to work 40 hours per week including weekends and holidays
- willingness to adhere to all safety and sanitation policies
- ability to supervise and lead kitchen staff
- must pass background check and drug screening
Job Qualifications
- A minimum of five years’ experience as an executive chef or sous chef in a hotel, restaurant, club or other similar institution
- excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- solid mathematical background and an understanding of measurements and conversions
- post-secondary courses in restaurant management, nutrition or related field
- degree or certificate from a culinary institute preferred
- must be ServSafe® certified
- must be able to effectively communicate, read, write, and follow oral and written instructions in English
Job Duties
- Supervises kitchen personnel on all shifts, staffing, scheduling, counseling, orientation, and evaluation of kitchen staff
- selects, trains, evaluates and recommends/carries out discipline to all kitchen personnel
- develops menus and assures implementation of these menus
- maintains a high quality food service program for the resident and Health Center dining rooms
- ensures that the Food and Beverage department meets all standards in accordance with State and Federal Health Survey process
- ensures F&B personnel are trained in and carry out efforts in this process
- assures staff education is provided to kitchen employees in accordance with the staff education program
- provides on-the-job training for food preparation and kitchen employees
- ensures all policies and procedures are followed in accordance with safe work practices including but not limited to, SDS information, infection control, universal precautions, and the Disaster Plan Manual
- develops work assignments for all kitchen personnel, assigning special jobs and spot checking work to ensure standards are met
- promotes teamwork within the department and between departments to ensure smooth operations and quality service to residents, co-workers and guests
- supervises production, sanitation and food service to apartment residents and Health Center residents
- ensures that all food production, storage and service areas are maintained in accordance with all local, federal and state regulations
Job Criteria
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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