Executive Chef

Riderwood Village by Erickson Senior Living is a distinguished continuing care retirement community located in Silver Spring, Maryland, spread across a beautiful 120-acre campus. It is part of a thriving national network managed by Erickson Senior Living, one of the largest and most respected providers of senior living and healthcare services in the United States. Known for its dedication to fostering vibrant lifestyles, financial stability, and focused health and well-being services, Riderwood Village provides an exceptional living environment for seniors, combining community-focused amenities with high-quality care. Erickson Senior Living boasts a commitment to employee satisfaction, offering flexibility, work-life balance, and continuous learning and growth opportunities to support both personal and professional development. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the organization maintains a diverse and inclusive workplace, free from unlawful discrimination or harassment based on a broad range of protected characteristics.

We are seeking a talented and experienced Executive Chef to lead culinary operations across two distinct dining venues within Riderwood Village: the Fireside Restaurant, a fine dining establishment delivering a refined dinner experience, and the Potomac Café, a dynamic all-day café offering deli selections and cook-to-order meals throughout the day. This pivotal role calls for a strong hospitality leader with an inspiring vision to elevate the guest dining experience by focusing on from-scratch cooking, utilizing high-quality ingredients, and designing creative, chef-inspired menus. The Executive Chef will be instrumental in driving innovative Signature Dining Programs, emphasizing culinary excellence and superior quality. Reporting collaboratively with management, this role involves overseeing all back-of-house (BOH) kitchen systems, food purchasing, recipe management, and food presentation to ensure consistency and high standards. Additional responsibilities include maintaining strict sanitation protocols by conducting regular audits and ensuring compliance with federal and state food safety regulations such as Health Department and HACCP guidelines. This position requires effective supervision and development of kitchen staff paired with strong skills in managing food costs, controlling production quality, and resolving any issues related to food quality or presentation. Offering a competitive salary range commensurate with experience from $80,000 to $90,000 annually plus eligibility for an annual bonus, this role comes with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, paid time off, wellness resources, 401(k) matching, educational support, and more. Join Riderwood Village and contribute to an enriching community experience while advancing your culinary career in a supportive and thriving environment.