Executive Chef

Holiday by Atria; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Holiday by Atria is seeking a culinary services leader to manage staff, budgets, and compliance in a senior living environment. The role ensures high-quality food, safety, and service for residents and families.

The position requires 5+ years of culinary experience, a high school diploma or GED, and strong organizational skills. A valid driver’s license and driving may be required, with benefits including health and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 5+ years culinary experience in hospitality.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Able to resolve problems of dissatisfied customers and/or employees.
• Food handler permits as required by state law and/or company standards.
• Basic computer skills: Word, Outlook, Excel.
• Position may require driving responsibilities.
• Must possess valid driver's license.
• Must comply with company motor vehicle policy standards.

Responsibilities

• Interviewing, hiring, training, developing, and performance managing assigned staff; schedule hours, breaks, and meals.
• Maintain monthly and annual budgets for the Culinary Services dept; document spend on food, supplies, and labor.
• Maintain inventory of kitchen supplies and tableware; manage purchasing standards and vendor relationships.
• Ensure food is prepared, stored, and served per company standards and legal requirements.
• Meet with residents and family members to confirm high satisfaction levels.
• Work with staff to deliver high levels of customer service and teamwork.
• Collaborate with leadership to achieve satisfaction and health survey targets.

Skills

Culinary experience

Time management

Problem solving

Driving

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

Job description

We create communities where employees thrive in their work, helping our residents thrive in their homes.

Benefits

• Paid holidays and PTO
• Community employees may receive annual anniversary rewards dependent on classification.
• Benefits package also includes Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k) employer match
• Tuition reimbursement (U.S Based Communities)
• Enrollment in benefits varies by employee classification; anniversary reward amounts vary by location

Qualifications

• Five (5) or more years Culinary Experience in the hospitality industry.
• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Able to resolve problems of dissatisfied customers and/or employees.
• Food handlers permit as required by state law and/or Company standards.
• Basic Computer skills - Microsoft word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Position may require driving responsibilities (may use Company provided vehicle and/or personal vehicle).
• Must possess valid driver's license.
• Must satisfactorily meet and be in compliance with Company motor vehicle policy standards.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, developing, and performance managing assigned staff. This includes scheduling of hours, breaks, and meal periods.
• Maintain monthly and annual budgets for the Culinary Services department, including producing written documentation of monthly spend on food, supplies, and labor.
• Maintain the appropriate inventory of kitchen supplies, small wares, and table ware.
• Responsible for ensuring that purchasing standards are maintained and that appropriate vendors are used at all times. Maintain strong and positive relationships with all vendors.
• Ensure that all food is prepared, stored, and served according to Company standards and legal requirements.
• Meet regularly with residents and family members to confirm that high satisfaction levels are maintained.
• Work with staff to ensure that they have a clear understanding of how to provide high levels of customer service.
• Confirm that the front of house and back of house staff work closely together to deliver a food product that exceeds the resident’s and/or other guests’ expectations.
• Work with community leadership and front-line staff to obtain and maintain department customer satisfaction and department of health survey levels at or above designated scores.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation and submission of reports and invoices regarding budget and other responsibilities as required by the community and the Company.
• Maintain employee satisfaction and engagement scores at or above the Company standard.
• Delegate tasks to all staff so that the kitchen and dining areas are maintained at the highest levels of cleanliness and quality at all times.
• Conduct and participate in department meetings, in-services, and pre-meal stand ups.
• Ensure that all staff use and maintain equipment properly to avoid injury, damage, and costly repairs.
• Assist in planning, preparation, and execution of Engage Life events, special events, banquets, and theme meals.
• Work closely with the Community Sales team and community staff to market the community.
• Ensure that the kitchen and restaurant staff understand Company expectations and first impression requirements.
• Act as a manager on duty as required.
• May perform other duties as needed and/or assigned.