Nutrition Services Chef

Vi is a nationally recognized leader in senior living and care, known for its commitment to providing exceptional service and a rewarding living experience for its residents. Ranked as a Great Place to Work and listed among Glassdoor's 100 Best Companies to Work For, Vi distinguishes itself through a positive workplace culture, innovative training, and a focus on employee growth. The company operates luxury communities, offering a supportive work environment with generous benefits and meaningful opportunities that align with its mission to enhance the lives of seniors. Vi at Lakeside Village, located in Lantana, Florida, carries forward this legacy by ensuring residents receive top-tier care and culinary excellence within a beautiful setting designed for comfort and engagement.

The Nutrition Services Chef role at Vi at Lakeside Village is a pivotal position that supports the Executive Chef in managing culinary operations within the Care Center. This employment opportunity offers a full-time salaried position with competitive pay ranging from $70,923.33 to $88,641.75 per year, along with comprehensive benefits that underscore Vi's dedication to its employees. The role centers around delivering high-quality food production aligned with therapeutic dietary requirements specific to residents' medical needs. It demands precision in adhering to nutritional standards and sanitation guidelines while fostering a collaborative kitchen team environment.

This position involves preparing nutritious, texture-modified meals such as diabetic-friendly, low-sodium, and pureed options customized per nutritional orders. The Nutrition Services Chef will work closely with the Nutrition Services Manager to ensure dietary compliance and contribute hands-on to food preparation, plating, and service. Oversight of safety protocols including Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and regulatory compliance is critical to this role. Managing kitchen staff involves responsibilities like training, scheduling, and performance management, which are essential to maintaining culinary excellence.

The ideal candidate brings a clear understanding of clinical nutrition, back-of-house food and beverage operations experience, and holds state certification in food service sanitation. Possession or willingness to obtain Certified Dietary Manager credentials is required. This opportunity not only demands technical culinary skills but also leadership abilities to maintain consistency and quality in meal service programs, directly impacting the wellbeing and satisfaction of senior residents. Additionally, compliance with Florida's Care Provider Background Screening process is mandatory for this position.