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Executive Chef - Senior Living community

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $82,000.00 - $85,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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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 is a leading senior living provider headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, dedicated to delivering exceptional care and quality of life for residents across a network of communities spanning 11 states nationwide. Known for its commitment to human focus, creativity, and excellence, Cogir fosters a supportive and growth-oriented environment that values innovation and compassion. The company prides itself on a mission to enrich the lives of seniors while providing meaningful and fulfilling career opportunities to its team members. With a strong focus on community, Cogir Senior Living continuously strives to maintain a culture that embraces teamwork, respect, and dedication... Show More

Job Requirements

  • 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 residents and a strong passion for excellence
  • Senior living experience is preferred

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 (IL), Assisted Living (AL), Memory Care (MC), 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
  • Senior living experience is preferred

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

Expert Level (7+ years)


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