Executive Chef

Brookdale; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 64,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a passionate Chef to lead kitchen operations in a vibrant senior living environment. This role offers the unique opportunity to create diverse menus while ensuring high standards of food quality and safety. Enjoy a supportive atmosphere that promotes professional growth, with comprehensive benefits including health insurance and retirement plans. If you thrive in a collaborative setting and are eager to make a positive impact on the lives of seniors, this opportunity is perfect for you. Apply today to join a team dedicated to enhancing the dining experience for residents.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k)

Employee Discounts

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of culinary experience or equivalent.
• ServSafe Certified; required food handling licenses.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily kitchen operations ensuring high-quality food.
• Supervises and trains kitchen staff on culinary activities.
• Implements loss prevention procedures and manages inventory.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Menu Management

Education

Associate’s Degree

Job description

Overview

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity

Do you love the creativity of being a Chef but dislike late nights and hectic weekends? With thousands of recipes to choose from, and the ability to add your own, Brookdale offers a unique opportunity. We pride ourselves on quality and listening to our residents to develop our menus. If you're passionate about leading a team, have high standards for sanitation and food safety, and want to make a positive impact on seniors' lives, this is your chance. Apply today and experience the uniqueness of senior living dining.

Make Lives Better Including Your Own.

If you seek an environment where you can grow professionally and personally, join us! We offer opportunities for career development, health and wellness programs, and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life insurance, and retirement plans, which vary by employment status.

Part and Full Time Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Associate assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Referral program
• Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
• Optional voluntary benefits: ID theft protection, pet insurance

Full-Time Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Company-provided life insurance
• Adoption benefit
• Disability insurance (short and long term)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Optional life and dependent life insurance
• Additional voluntary benefits: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, legal plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Base pay will be determined by skills and experience. The role is eligible for team-based bonus opportunities. Temporary associates are not benefits-eligible but may participate in the 401(k) program.

Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. Brookdale supports associates in their journey to U.S. citizenship by offering to advance naturalization (Form N-400) application fees, up to $725, for qualified associates with at least one year of service.

The application window is expected to close within 30 days of posting.

Responsibilities

Oversees daily kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food products. Supervises and trains kitchen staff on culinary activities.

1. Supervises breakfast, lunch, and dinner to ensure quality and presentation.
2. Selects recipes, prepares meals, and coordinates menu prep.
3. Develops new dishes, standardizes recipes, and plans menus.
4. Conducts pre-meal meetings with servers to review menus.
5. Ensures adequate staffing and coverage for shifts.
6. Estimates food needs, manages inventory, and requisitions supplies.
7. Assists in budget management and cost control.
8. Implements loss prevention procedures.
9. Participates in hiring, training, scheduling, and disciplinary actions.
10. Coordinates and executes special events.
11. Maintains kitchen cleanliness and equipment in compliance with health codes. Manages chemical storage and minimizes waste.

This description provides an overview of the responsibilities and is not exhaustive. Associates should perform all duties assigned by their supervisor.

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Qualifications

Education and Experience: Associate’s degree (A.A) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school. 2-4 years of related experience or equivalent.

Certifications: ServSafe Certified; required food handling/sanitation licenses as per local regulations.

Management Skills: Uses judgment and experience to solve moderately complex problems within guidelines. Applies policies effectively.

Knowledge and Skills: Extensive knowledge of culinary skills and organization. Effective leadership, customer service, and menu management skills. Ability to modify recipes and ensure sanitation standards.

Physical Demands: Standing, walking, sitting, handling, reaching, climbing, stooping, talking, tasting, smelling, lifting up to 50 pounds, exposure to hazards, and other physical activities as described.

Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a drug-free workplace.

Salary Range

$64,060.00 - $81,600.00 per year