Executive Chef | Kitchen Manager | Culinary Director | Senior Living Chef | Full Time Position

Heritage Senior Living is a distinguished and compassionate senior living organization located in the Greater Milwaukee Area, committed to providing an exceptional quality of life for seniors through dedicated care and community-focused services. As a team-oriented organization, Heritage Senior Living emphasizes a growth mindset, encouraging all employees to develop both professionally and personally. The company is driven by a mission to support its team members in becoming the very best versions of themselves and offers numerous opportunities for career advancement. They provide an environment that values compassion, excellence, and collaboration, ensuring residents receive the highest standard of care and comfort. Heritage Senior Living supports its employees by offering resources, tools, and benefits designed to foster growth, satisfaction, and well-being.

The Executive Chef / Kitchen Manager / Culinary Director role at Heritage Senior Living is a full-time position located within this dynamic and caring community. The role is vital in maintaining a welcoming and health-conscious dining experience for residents while managing the culinary operations seamlessly. This position requires a passionate and skilled leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has a deep understanding of sanitation and infection control, and is enthusiastic about mentoring and training culinary staff. Additionally, the Executive Chef is tasked with ensuring compliance with state regulations and Heritage Senior Living policies regarding food preparation, menu planning, and inventory management.

The role involves extensive interaction with residents, visitors, and staff, providing superior customer service with a compassionate and respectful approach towards seniors' comfort, privacy, and dignity. Candidates in this position must demonstrate excellent communication skills and an ability to collaborate closely with other team members. Moreover, the Executive Chef needs to remain current on trends and best practices in the healthcare culinary industry to consistently offer innovative menu items and presentations tailored to the needs of the community's residents. Heritage Senior Living supports its culinary leaders by providing flexible scheduling, immediate access to earnings, and a comprehensive benefits package including 401k with company match, medical, vision, dental, life insurance, and an employee discount program. This role is ideal for an individual who has experience in kitchen management, a passion for culinary arts, and a desire to positively influence the lives of seniors through exceptional culinary services.