Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $65,000.00 - $75,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Development Programs
inclusive work culture
competitive compensation
Job Description
Friendly Senior Living (FSL) is a respected senior living community dedicated to providing an elevated and compassionate living experience for its residents. The organization places a strong emphasis on hospitality, quality care, and creating meaningful everyday experiences, ensuring that senior living is not just about comfort but also about joy and community engagement. Friendly Senior Living is known for fostering an inclusive work culture where growth and learning opportunities thrive. They aim to offer market-competitive compensation packages that reflect an individual's skills, experience, and accomplishments in conjunction with the company’s financial capacity. Employee experience and satisfaction are key priorities at FSL, where the organization invests in its team members through continuous development and a positive work environment. Friendly Senior Living understands the importance of dining in enhancing the quality of life for seniors, making it one of the most treasured parts of the day for residents.
The Executive Chef role at Friendly Senior Living is a leadership position centered on culinary excellence and team development within the senior living community. The Executive Chef will lead the culinary team to ensure exceptional food quality, nutrition, and service, creating memorable dining experiences that align with the community’s culture of compassion and hospitality. This position involves overseeing all aspects of culinary operations including menu planning, food preparation, purchasing, inventory management, and regulatory compliance. The Executive Chef collaborates closely with residents, families, and leadership teams to continually improve the dining experience tailored to senior preferences and needs.
This role is ideal for a culinary professional passionate about hospitality and eager to make a meaningful impact on the lives of seniors. The Executive Chef will foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement within the culinary team to uphold high standards of food safety, service, and culinary artistry. The position also involves managing operational budgets and vendor relationships to ensure efficiency without compromising quality. Working in a clean and well-lit community setting, the Executive Chef will play a crucial role in nurturing community connections through food and personalized culinary service.
Joining Friendly Senior Living means becoming part of a team where your culinary skills can help create comforting and inspiring dining experiences every day. The company encourages applications from candidates who are leaders, innovators, and team builders committed to enhancing residents' well-being through exceptional cuisine and service. FSL offers a supportive environment and opportunities for professional development, making it a rewarding place for culinary leaders to grow their careers while positively impacting senior living hospitality.
The Executive Chef role at Friendly Senior Living is a leadership position centered on culinary excellence and team development within the senior living community. The Executive Chef will lead the culinary team to ensure exceptional food quality, nutrition, and service, creating memorable dining experiences that align with the community’s culture of compassion and hospitality. This position involves overseeing all aspects of culinary operations including menu planning, food preparation, purchasing, inventory management, and regulatory compliance. The Executive Chef collaborates closely with residents, families, and leadership teams to continually improve the dining experience tailored to senior preferences and needs.
This role is ideal for a culinary professional passionate about hospitality and eager to make a meaningful impact on the lives of seniors. The Executive Chef will foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement within the culinary team to uphold high standards of food safety, service, and culinary artistry. The position also involves managing operational budgets and vendor relationships to ensure efficiency without compromising quality. Working in a clean and well-lit community setting, the Executive Chef will play a crucial role in nurturing community connections through food and personalized culinary service.
Joining Friendly Senior Living means becoming part of a team where your culinary skills can help create comforting and inspiring dining experiences every day. The company encourages applications from candidates who are leaders, innovators, and team builders committed to enhancing residents' well-being through exceptional cuisine and service. FSL offers a supportive environment and opportunities for professional development, making it a rewarding place for culinary leaders to grow their careers while positively impacting senior living hospitality.
Job Requirements
- Previous experience as an executive chef or culinary leader
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
- Experience managing culinary operations and teams
- Ability to develop menus considering nutrition and resident preferences
- Skilled in budget and inventory management
- Excellent communication and leadership abilities
- Ability to work in a community setting with seniors
- Must meet general health requirements set forth by FSL
- Ability to perform essential job functions (reasonable accommodation may apply)
- Willingness to assist in emergency procedures including resident evacuation
- Ability to maintain a safe and clean kitchen environment
Job Qualifications
- Previous experience as an Executive Chef, Culinary Director, Chef Manager, or similar culinary leadership role
- Demonstrated success leading and developing culinary teams
- Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards
- Experience managing budgets, food costs, purchasing, and inventory
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, team members, and leadership
- Senior living, healthcare, hospitality, hotel, country club, or high-volume dining experience preferred
- Culinary degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
Job Duties
- Lead and manage all culinary operations including food preparation, production, and presentation
- Develop seasonal menus that balance resident preferences, nutrition, creativity, and quality
- Recruit, train, mentor, and develop culinary team members
- Foster a culture of hospitality, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and regulatory requirements
- Manage food, labor, and operating budgets while maintaining high-quality service standards
- Monitor inventory levels, purchasing practices, and vendor relationships
- Collaborate with residents and leadership to gather feedback and enhance dining services
- Oversee catering functions, special events, and community celebrations
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized kitchen environment
Job Criteria
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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