Executive Chef

Exton Post Acute; Exton (PA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonus

Health, vision, and dental benefits

401(k) with match

Employee engagement and culture team

Job summary

Exton Post Acute is seeking an Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations within a 120-bed facility, delivering high-quality meals, thoughtful presentation, and hospitality-driven dining for residents. This full-time role requires hands-on leadership to maintain safety, nutrition, and an exceptional dining experience.

The ideal candidate has strong culinary and catering background, 5+ years in fine dining or healthcare dining, ServSafe, and the ability to plan menus, supervise staff, and

Qualifications

• ServSafe certification required.
• Strong culinary and catering background required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of culinary experience in fine dining and/or assisted living or healthcare dining environment required.
• Hands-on experience with cooking, food presentation, dining service oversight, sanitation, and customer service required.
• Kosher culinary experience preferred but not required.
• CDM (Certified Dietary Manager), CFM (Certified Food Manager), or a bachelor’s degree in Hospitality or Food Service Management preferred but not required.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain high standards of quality, safety, and service in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all culinary operations, including meal preparation, food presentation, menu execution, and dining service standards.
• Provide hands-on daily cooking and ensure consistent quality, creativity, and presentation of all meals served.
• Supervise and support kitchen staff to ensure efficient operations, teamwork, and adherence to culinary standards.
• Oversee sanitation practices, food safety compliance, and regulatory requirements, ensuring a clean and safe kitchen environment.
• Collaborate with the dining services team to enhance resident satisfaction and improve the overall dining experience.
• Support menu planning, recipe development, and dietary accommodations to meet resident needs, including therapeutic and specialty diets.
• Monitor food quality, portion control, and inventory usage to maintain consistency and minimize waste.
• Foster a culture of hospitality, respect, and service excellence within the culinary team.
• Participate in dining room programming and ensure alignment between kitchen production and service delivery.

Skills

ServSafe

Culinary background

5+ years experience

Cooking

Food presentation

Dining service oversight

Sanitation

Customer service

Leadership

Organization

Communication

Quality standards

Kosher cooking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality or Food Service Management

CDM/CFM (certifications)

Job description

Join our team at Exton Post Acute as an Executive Chef.

Proudly supported by Marquis Health Consulting Services

Full-time opportunity available

$95,000-$105,000 per year

At Exton Post Acute, we believe that dining is an essential part of the resident experience—bringing comfort, connection, and joy to every meal. Guided by our core values of Passion, Respect, and Excellence, the Executive Chef leads all culinary operations to ensure high-quality food preparation, exceptional presentation, and a dining experience that reflects hospitality, dignity, and care.

Responsibilities for Executive Chef

• Oversee all culinary operations, including meal preparation, food presentation, menu execution, and dining service standards.

• Provide hands-on daily cooking and ensure consistent quality, creativity, and presentation of all meals served.

• Supervise and support kitchen staff to ensure efficient operations, teamwork, and adherence to culinary standards.

• Oversee sanitation practices, food safety compliance, and regulatory requirements, ensuring a clean and safe kitchen environment.

• Collaborate with the dining services team to enhance resident satisfaction and improve the overall dining experience.

• Support menu planning, recipe development, and dietary accommodations to meet resident needs, including therapeutic and specialty diets.

• Monitor food quality, portion control, and inventory usage to maintain consistency and minimize waste.

• Foster a culture of hospitality, respect, and service excellence within the culinary team.

• Participate in dining room programming and ensure alignment between kitchen production and service delivery.

Qualifications for Executive Chef

• ServSafe certification required.

• Strong culinary and catering background required.

• Minimum of five (5) years of culinary experience in fine dining and/or assisted living or healthcare dining environment required.

• Hands-on experience with cooking, food presentation, dining service oversight, sanitation, and customer service required.

• Kosher culinary experience preferred but not required.

• CDM (Certified Dietary Manager), CFM (Certified Food Manager), or a bachelor’s degree in Hospitality or Food Service Management preferred but not required.

• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

• Ability to maintain high standards of quality, safety, and service in a fast-paced environment.

Our Core Values in Action

Passion – Creating thoughtfully prepared, high-quality meals that bring comfort, enjoyment, and dignity to every resident.

Respect – Honoring residents’ dietary needs, preferences, and cultural considerations with care and attentiveness.

Excellence – Delivering exceptional culinary experiences through consistency, creativity, safety, and a commitment to the highest standards of hospitality.

Benefits for Executive Chef

• Tuition reimbursement

• Employee referral bonus

• Health, vision, and dental benefits

• 401(k) with match

• Employee engagement and culture committee

• Company-sponsored life insurance

• Employee assistance program (EAP) resources

Join our team at Exton Post Acute and Healthcare Center, a 120-bed Sub-Acute, and Long-Term Care facility where compassion and quality care are at the heart of everything we do. Our facility is thoughtfully designed with beautiful common spaces, creating a welcoming, home-like environment not only for our residents but also for our staff. We believe in fostering a positive and supportive workplace where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to make a difference.

Here, you'll be part of a collaborative and dedicated team that prioritizes professional growth, work-life balance, and a culture of appreciation. If you're passionate about providing exceptional care in a warm, inclusive setting, we would love for you to grow your career with us.

The facility provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.