Executive Chef

Greenbrier Senior Living; Fairhope (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Growth and advancement opportunities

Job summary

A senior living community in Fairhope, AL, is looking for an Executive Chef to manage the fine dining experience, supervise kitchen staff, and maintain high standards for food quality and sanitation. The ideal candidate will have a culinary degree, several years of experience in high-volume food service, and relevant certifications. This role offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities for growth. Join a team dedicated to serving residents with warmth and care.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or equivalent training required.
• Certificate in food service supervision required.
• Serve safe certification required.
• At least 5 years of related high-volume food service experience.
• At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in a high-volume, high-end food service environment (hotel/resort) required.
• Daily physical requirements include varied movements and ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee the fine dining experience.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff.
• Maintain proper sanitation and safety standards.
• Ensure compliance with food service rules and safety guidelines; maintain high quality, nutrition, and portion control.

Skills

Culinary skills

Menu planning

Staff supervision

Food service safety regulations

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent training

Certificate in food service supervision

Serve safe certification

Restaurant sanitation certification (preferred)

Job description

3107 Timberlake Road
Vestavia Hills, AL35243

Greenbrier Senior Living

Executive Chef

About the Company:
We are a premier senior living retirement community dedicated to creating a welcoming, warm environment for the residents who call our community home. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive rewards program, and a true team environment. If you are looking for a challenging and highly rewarding career, we want to hear from you!

What You Will Do:

• Design, plan, and oversee fine dining experience, including menus and presentation.
• Train kitchen staff in proper procedures; supervise and schedule staff; maintain associate records.
• Take weekly inventory of all dining services supplies and food. Place orders.
• Prepare food in compliance with all applicable food service rules, regulations, and guidelines. Ensure high standards of quality food production, nutrition, and portion control. Ensure sufficient quantity of food is prepared to meet requirements; food is served at proper temperature, appears attractive, and tastes appealing.
• Maintain proper sanitation and safety in food preparation areas.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• The position falls under the direct supervision of the Executive Director but is expected to perform independently and exercise good judgment. The position supervises, directs, and reviews the work of other employees and participates in performance appraisals and disciplinary action up to and including terminations.

Why You Are Qualified:
The ideal candidate will have the following:

• Culinary degree or equivalent training required
• Certificate in food service supervision required
• Serve safe certification required
• Prefer additional certification in restaurant sanitation
• At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in a high-volume, high-end food service environment (hotel/resort) required
• On a daily basis, throughout the workday: Must be capable of sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, reaching, turning, bending, stooping, crouching and kneeling, reaching over the head, grasping with both hands, and fine manipulation. Must physically be able to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted.

Why You Should Apply:

• Competitive pay.
• Great benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and more.
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holiday Pay programs

Hired candidates will be required to successfully complete a criminal background check, valid references, pre-employment drug test, physical and proof of employment eligibility. EOE.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.