Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
voluntary benefits
401(k)
Paid Time Off
Holiday pay
scholarship program
Annual evaluations
Job Description
Legend Senior Living is a well-established, family-owned company with over 30 years of experience in senior living communities. Known for its dedication to quality service and care, Legend Senior Living has consistently expanded its properties while maintaining a strong reputation as a certified Great Place To Work for seven consecutive years. The company prides itself on creating elegant living environments where residents enjoy holistic wellness programs, Gold Leaf Dining standards, and vibrant life enrichment activities. This focus on high standards extends to every aspect of their operations, aiming to maximize the potential of every life they touch and providing a supportive community for both residents and associates alike.
The Executive Chef role at Legend Senior Living is a crucial leadership position within their culinary team. This daytime-only position offers a unique opportunity for culinary professionals who value work-life balance and want to be part of a team that greatly influences residents' daily lives through exceptional food service. The Executive Chef will oversee culinary operations including menu planning, provisioning, kitchen safety, and staff supervision, ensuring that each meal meets dietary needs and Gold Leaf Dining quality standards. This role goes beyond the kitchen, requiring leadership skills to manage budgets, train and schedule staff, and maintain compliance with food service regulations. In addition, the Executive Chef will frequently engage with residents, enhancing their dining experience and contributing to a welcoming community atmosphere.
This role offers numerous benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible associates, company-paid life insurance coverage, and access to voluntary benefits like hospital indemnity and legal insurance. A 401(k) plan with a discretionary company match, paid time off, holiday pay, and a discretionary scholarship program are also part of the compensation package. The company values its employees and supports their growth through annual performance evaluations, potential bonuses for employee referrals and outstanding performance, and opportunities for promotion within the organization. If you are a culinary professional looking to advance your career in a supportive, award-winning senior living company, this Executive Chef position at Legend Senior Living could be your ideal next step.
The Executive Chef role at Legend Senior Living is a crucial leadership position within their culinary team. This daytime-only position offers a unique opportunity for culinary professionals who value work-life balance and want to be part of a team that greatly influences residents' daily lives through exceptional food service. The Executive Chef will oversee culinary operations including menu planning, provisioning, kitchen safety, and staff supervision, ensuring that each meal meets dietary needs and Gold Leaf Dining quality standards. This role goes beyond the kitchen, requiring leadership skills to manage budgets, train and schedule staff, and maintain compliance with food service regulations. In addition, the Executive Chef will frequently engage with residents, enhancing their dining experience and contributing to a welcoming community atmosphere.
This role offers numerous benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible associates, company-paid life insurance coverage, and access to voluntary benefits like hospital indemnity and legal insurance. A 401(k) plan with a discretionary company match, paid time off, holiday pay, and a discretionary scholarship program are also part of the compensation package. The company values its employees and supports their growth through annual performance evaluations, potential bonuses for employee referrals and outstanding performance, and opportunities for promotion within the organization. If you are a culinary professional looking to advance your career in a supportive, award-winning senior living company, this Executive Chef position at Legend Senior Living could be your ideal next step.
Job Requirements
- Two years experience cooking in a commercial kitchen
- experience supervising kitchen staff
- formal culinary training or associates degree in culinary arts or 5 years of culinary experience
- current food handling license as required by the state
Job Qualifications
- Formal culinary training or associates degree in culinary arts or 5 years of culinary experience
- experience supervising kitchen staff
- experience cooking in a commercial kitchen
- current food handling license as required by the state
Job Duties
- Planning a variety of nutritious meals that meet dietary requirements, including special requests if requested
- managing the department budget and expense management, including inventory
- directly supervising all dietary staff to including hiring, training, scheduling, etc.
- ensuring all cooking, serving, storage, preparation, and service areas are clean, safe and organized to meet all applicable food service standards and regulations
- ensuring quality food service in accordance with Legend’s Gold Leaf Dining standards, including interacting with residents daily
- fulfilling other roles as needed, such as Manager-On-Duty on a rotating basis, and filling in for culinary staff when needed
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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