Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Exact $60,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
401K with company match
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Paid sick leave
Employee assistance program
Employee Referral Program
Job Description
Cogir Senior Living, headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, is a prominent provider of senior living communities across 11 states nationwide. Renowned for its commitment to exceptional care and innovative services, Cogir Senior Living has developed a thriving network that supports the well-being and enriched lives of senior residents. The company’s culture emphasizes human focus, creativity, and excellence, fostering an environment that inspires both residents and its employees. With a strong dedication to growth and quality, Cogir Senior Living strives to create vibrant and supportive communities where seniors can enjoy a meaningful lifestyle.
The Executive Chef role at Cogir Senior Living is a key leadership position responsible for overseeing the culinary operations within their community dining venues. This role involves managing all aspects of the kitchen and dining experience, from menu creation, food procurement, meal preparation, to delivering outstanding service. The Executive Chef ensures that all culinary activities are carried out with the highest standards of quality, safety, and hospitality to enhance the daily lives of senior residents. Along with leading a talented dining team, this position manages budgets, controls inventory, and assures compliance with food and health regulations. This role requires an individual passionate about culinary excellence and servant leadership, motivated to create memorable dining experiences while contributing positively to the community's mission. The position offers a competitive annual salary of $60,000 and is ideal for chefs who enjoy both creative and operational responsibilities in a compassionate and dynamic environment.
The Executive Chef role at Cogir Senior Living is a key leadership position responsible for overseeing the culinary operations within their community dining venues. This role involves managing all aspects of the kitchen and dining experience, from menu creation, food procurement, meal preparation, to delivering outstanding service. The Executive Chef ensures that all culinary activities are carried out with the highest standards of quality, safety, and hospitality to enhance the daily lives of senior residents. Along with leading a talented dining team, this position manages budgets, controls inventory, and assures compliance with food and health regulations. This role requires an individual passionate about culinary excellence and servant leadership, motivated to create memorable dining experiences while contributing positively to the community's mission. The position offers a competitive annual salary of $60,000 and is ideal for chefs who enjoy both creative and operational responsibilities in a compassionate and dynamic environment.
Job Requirements
- Culinary degree preferred or equivalent experience
- minimum 5 years hands-on food preparation experience
- minimum 3 years progressive executive chef management experience
- serve safe manager certification (food handler)
- knowledge of kitchen sanitation and food codes
- strong leadership and team management skills
- outstanding communication and motivational abilities
- ability to maintain budgets and perform inventory control
- compassionate and resident-focused mindset
Job Qualifications
- A culinary degree is preferred, or a combination of education and experience is required
- at least 5 years of hands-on experience in food preparation
- at least 3 years of progressive management experience as an executive chef with an understanding of front-of-the-house operations and service
- serve safe manager (food handler certification) with an understanding of kitchen sanitation and food codes
- experience with restaurant openings is a plus
- experience with special events and banquets is a plus
- successful history of building teams and meeting financial goals
- creativity and experience in menu development
- previous experience working in independent living, assisted living, memory care, senior living, or hotel experience is a plus
- outstanding communication skills and the ability to motivate
- compassion for our residents and a strong passion for excellence
Job Duties
- Responsible for the day-to-day operations and staffing of the community kitchen and dining venues
- manages and supervises all culinary services staff including scheduling, assignment, direction, performance review, hiring, and corrective action consistent with company policy
- menu planning and executing meal preparation and events, assisting staff with back and front-of-the-house operations as needed
- maintain inventory control of food, beverages, supplies, and equipment
- ensure that all food is prepared, stored, and served according to company standards and with state and/or local health code requirements
- understand and maintain monthly and annual budgets for the culinary services department, including producing written documentation of monthly food, supplies, and labor spending
- collaborate with staff and residents to plan and develop recipes and menus tailored to residents' preferences and monthly budgets
- ensure resident and family member satisfaction is maintained
- responsible for planning, preparing, and executing special events and themed meals
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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