Executive Chef

Watermark Retirement Communities, LLC; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Vacation time

Holiday pay for full-time employees

Health savings account

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Employee assistance program

401K retirement savings plan

One Pass Select employee discount

Job summary

Watermark Retirement Communities, Inc. in Dallas, Texas, seeks an Executive Chef to lead a culinary team and craft exceptional dining experiences for residents in a premium senior living setting.

You will bring a passion for food, strong leadership, and a commitment to quality, collaborating with a dedicated team to elevate dining and foster community connection.

Qualifications

• Two year A.O.S. Degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent work experience considered.
• Four years of progressive culinary/kitchen experience.
• Four years of management or supervisory experience.
• Fine dining experience.
• Catering experience.
• Proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office suite, email, and e-commerce based tools.
• ServSafe certified.

Skills

Fine dining

Catering

Management experience

Computer skills

ServSafe certified

Education

Two year A.O.S. Degree in Culinary Arts

ServSafe certified

Job description

Compensation: $70,000 - $80,000 per year, paid bi-weekly

Bring your culinary vision to The Preston of the Park Cities, a Watermark Retirement Communities community in Dallas, Texas. We are seeking an Executive Chef who pairs a passion for exceptional food with the vision to inspire a culinary team. At Watermark, our mission is to create extraordinary and innovative communities where people thrive—and meaningful dining experiences help bring that mission to life.

With over 30 years of leadership in senior housing, Watermark continues to shape the future of senior living by creating extraordinary communities where people thrive. As Executive Chef at The Preston of the Park Cities, bring your creativity, commitment to quality, and strong work ethic to a role where food fosters connection and makes each day more memorable for residents. Join a dedicated team of professionals and help shape the next era of senior living through thoughtful, inspired dining.

Bring your passion for food and culinary leadership to The Preston of the Park Cities!

What you will need for this position:

• Two yearA.O.S. Degree from an accredited culinary arts program or equivalent work experience considered
• Four years of progressive culinary/kitchen experience
• Four years of management or supervisory experience
• Fine dining experience
• Catering experience
• Proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office suite, email, and e-commerce based tools
• ServSafe certified

Benefits of working at Watermark:

• Medical and Pharmacy Benefits
• Dental and Vision Coverage
• Vacation Time
• Holiday Pay for Full-time Employees
• Health Savings Account
• Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• One Pass Select Employee Discount Program
• And More!

Watermark Retirement Communities, Inc, is an equal opportunity employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/ LGBTQ/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression-proudly embracing diversity in all of its manifestations

Watermark Retirement Communities, Inc. is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any associate at Watermark or its affiliates via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Watermark Retirement Communities, Inc. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Watermark as a result of the referral or through other means.