Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $66,400.00 - $91,400.00
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Holidays
401k
Tuition Reimbursement
company-sponsored training
Free Meals
flexible schedules
on-demand pay
Job Description
Stellar Senior Living is a premier assisted living and memory care provider headquartered in the Western United States. Founded in 2012, Stellar Senior Living has steadily expanded by adding senior living communities across the region, aiming to deliver the highest quality of care and lifestyle for seniors. The company is committed to excellence, guided by CEO Evrett Benton’s vision to provide a stellar life for residents, their families, and employees alike. The organization is characterized by a supportive, value-driven culture that champions the importance of people, making it an exceptional place to work and grow within the senior care industry.
This Executive Chef role is based at one of Stellar Senior Living's large senior living communities in Missoula, Montana. It is a critical leadership position requiring culinary expertise, team management skills, budgeting acumen, and a dedication to providing exceptional dining experiences tailored to the unique needs of seniors. The Executive Chef oversees all food service operations including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special event meals. This role not only ensures senior residents receive nutritious and delicious meals but also supervises kitchen staff, managing personnel performance and compliance with health standards. The executive chef is responsible for menu planning, cost control, inventory management, and maintaining the highest sanitation standards aligned with Department of Health regulations.
Ideal candidates will have a strong culinary background, highlighted by a Culinary Arts degree from a recognized institution and several years of experience working in significant food service operations. Leadership experience in hiring, training, scheduling, and supervising kitchen teams is essential. The Executive Chef must also be knowledgeable about special diets, culinary techniques, menu design, and food presentation suited for an older population. Computer proficiency and a valid ServSafe certificate are required to handle administrative and safety responsibilities effectively.
Stellar Senior Living offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision insurance, a generous paid time off program, holidays, 401k, and more. Employees enjoy opportunities for advancement, company-sponsored training, tuition reimbursement, flexible schedules with part-time and full-time options, free meals each shift, and on-demand pay allowing access to earned wages anytime. This role is ideal for dedicated culinary professionals who seek to make a meaningful impact while working in an environment that respects and values its people. Join Stellar Senior Living’s team and contribute your expertise to enrich the lives of seniors and support a community-focused mission.
This Executive Chef role is based at one of Stellar Senior Living's large senior living communities in Missoula, Montana. It is a critical leadership position requiring culinary expertise, team management skills, budgeting acumen, and a dedication to providing exceptional dining experiences tailored to the unique needs of seniors. The Executive Chef oversees all food service operations including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special event meals. This role not only ensures senior residents receive nutritious and delicious meals but also supervises kitchen staff, managing personnel performance and compliance with health standards. The executive chef is responsible for menu planning, cost control, inventory management, and maintaining the highest sanitation standards aligned with Department of Health regulations.
Ideal candidates will have a strong culinary background, highlighted by a Culinary Arts degree from a recognized institution and several years of experience working in significant food service operations. Leadership experience in hiring, training, scheduling, and supervising kitchen teams is essential. The Executive Chef must also be knowledgeable about special diets, culinary techniques, menu design, and food presentation suited for an older population. Computer proficiency and a valid ServSafe certificate are required to handle administrative and safety responsibilities effectively.
Stellar Senior Living offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision insurance, a generous paid time off program, holidays, 401k, and more. Employees enjoy opportunities for advancement, company-sponsored training, tuition reimbursement, flexible schedules with part-time and full-time options, free meals each shift, and on-demand pay allowing access to earned wages anytime. This role is ideal for dedicated culinary professionals who seek to make a meaningful impact while working in an environment that respects and values its people. Join Stellar Senior Living’s team and contribute your expertise to enrich the lives of seniors and support a community-focused mission.
Job Requirements
- Culinary Arts degree from recognized school
- Minimum two years experience as Executive Chef or Assistant Executive Chef
- Five years experience in kitchen work
- Over two years experience managing food service personnel
- ServSafe certification
- Ability to operate computer equipment
- Knowledge of culinary terminology
- Strong leadership and organizational skills
Job Qualifications
- Experience with special diets and meal preparation for large groups
- Culinary Arts degree from recognized school
- Minimum two years experience as Executive Chef or Assistant Executive Chef in comparable food service operation
- Five years kitchen work experience in medium to large organizations
- Over two years experience in hiring, training and managing food service personnel
- Knowledge of culinary techniques, menu design and food preparation
- Familiarity with culinary terminology
- Ability to operate computer equipment for data entry and retrieval
- Current ServSafe certificate
Job Duties
- Plan, test and assess cost of new menus and menu items
- Clean and supervise cleaning of work area, equipment and utensils
- Maintain sanitation standards compliant with Department of Health
- Lead workers including cooks and other food service personnel in preparation, cooking and serving
- Participate in interviewing and selection of food service personnel
- Manage hiring, termination, promotion, discipline and corrective actions
- Schedule staff and manage leave requests
- Analyze financial performance and adjust operations accordingly
- Oversee purchasing and inventory of food products and kitchen supplies
- Conduct month-end inventory accurately
- Inspect quality and quantity of deliveries
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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