Executive Chef

Live Well Healthcare Solutions; Berlin (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

PTO

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Live Well Healthcare Solutions is seeking an Executive Chef to manage dietary operations within an Assisted Living Facility. The role leads kitchen staff, plans menus, and collaborates with management to meet resident dietary needs and company goals.

The Executive Chef ensures nutritious, high-quality meals, maintains food safety standards, and oversees inventory, budgets, and service quality across meals and events.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of culinary experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or Executive Chef role.
• Formal culinary training or certification preferred (Culinary Arts degree, ServSafe certification required).
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets, portion control, and food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and execute seasonal and cycle menus that meet nutritional standards and resident preferences.
• Lead and develop kitchen staff, manage inventories and budgets, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with dietary and nursing teams to accommodate special diets and textures.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Staff supervision

Menu planning

Food safety

Budgeting

ServSafe

Culinary arts

Education

Culinary degree

ServSafe certification

Job description

Live Well Healthcare Solutions takes personal pride in serving our communities with our Dietary, Housekeeping, and Laundry services, and the standards of excellence we maintain are reflective of that. At Live Well, we take pride in being here for our employees; whatever they need, whatever it takes. If you are looking for an exciting and challenging career opportunity in hospitality services for the healthcare industry, then Live Well Healthcare Solutions could be for you.

Live Well Healthcare Solutions is seeking an Executive Chef to work in a Assisted Living Facility.

Executive Chef Position:

The Executive Chef is responsible for the overall management and quality of dietary operations within the Assisted Living community.

This role ensures that residents receive nutritious, well-prepared, and attractively presented meals while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, and customer satisfaction.

The Executive Chef leads and develops kitchen staff, manages inventory and budgets, and collaborates closely with management and clinical teams to meet resident dietary needs and company goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Culinary Leadership & Menu Development

• Plan, develop, and execute seasonal and cycle menus that meet nutritional standards and resident preferences.
• Ensure all food is prepared to the highest quality and presentation standards.
• Incorporate resident feedback and trends in senior dining to continuously improve offerings.
• Conduct regular meal tastings and quality checks.

Team Management & Training

• Recruit, train, and supervise kitchen staff, ensuring all team members follow company standards and regulatory compliance.
• Schedule and assign work to ensure adequate coverage for all meal periods.
• Provide ongoing coaching and performance evaluations to foster staff growth and retention.

Operations & Compliance

• Maintain compliance with all local, state, and federal health department regulations.
• Ensure adherence to company policies on food safety, sanitation, and infection control.
• Monitor and manage inventory, purchasing, and cost controls to achieve budgetary goals.
• Oversee kitchen cleanliness, equipment maintenance, and organization.

Resident & Customer Service

• Collaborate with dietary and nursing teams to accommodate special diets and modified texture needs.
• Engage with residents during meal service to promote satisfaction and identify improvement opportunities.
• Support community events and catering needs with creativity and professionalism.

Administrative & Financial Management

• Track and manage food and labor costs in accordance with budget guidelines.
• Maintain accurate records for inventory, production sheets, temperature logs, and staff schedules.
• Participate in departmental meetings, audits, and quality assurance initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of culinary experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or Executive Chef role, preferably in healthcare, senior living, or hospitality.
• Formal culinary training or certification preferred (Culinary Arts degree, ServSafe certification required).
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets, portion control, and food safety regulations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a focus on resident satisfaction and operational excellence.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 pounds.
• Frequent bending, stooping, and reaching.
• Ability to work in hot and cold environments.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO).
• Career growth and professional development opportunities within the organization.

FLSA Status: Exempt
Schedule: Full-Time, including some weekends and holidays as needed