Executive Chef

Somerby Franklin; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement eligibility (3+)

Competitive pay

401(k) with company match

Next Day Pay with PayActiv

Health insurance starting at $80 per月

Job summary

Bridge Senior Living is seeking an Executive Chef to supervise and train kitchen staff, plan menus, and ensure compliance with all health and safety standards. The role focuses on delivering fine dining experiences within the community and coordinating with dieticians for nutritional requirements.

The ideal candidate has a culinary degree or equivalent training, a Serve Safe certificate, and at least five years of experience in high-volume, high-end food service environments such as hotels or

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or equivalent training.
• Serve safe certificate.
• Must possess a valid food handler's permit.
• At least 5 years of experience in high-volume, high-end food service (hotel/resort).

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee the fine dining experience in the community, including menu planning and presentation.
• Take weekly inventory of all dining service supplies and place orders when needed.
• Establish, enforce, and maintain proper sanitation and safety in food preparation areas.
• Consult with Dietician on issues of nutrition compliance and therapeutic diets.
• Plan, direct, and evaluate activities of the cooking staff personnel and functions.

Skills

High-volume dining experience

Kitchen leadership

Food handler's permit

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent training

Tools

Serve safe certificate

Job description

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What you can expect as an Executive Chef with us:

• Excellent Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement eligibility after three months of full-time employment
• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with company match
• Next Day Pay with PayActiv
• Offering health insurance benefits starting at $80 per month for full-time associates

Qualification of an ideal Executive Chef:

• Culinary degree or equivalent training
• Serve safe certificate
• Must possess a valid food handler's permit
• At least 5 years of experience in a high-volume, high-end food service environment (hotel/resort).

Executive Chef Job Summary:

As an Executive Chef , you will supervise, direct and train kitchen staff in preparing and cooking food to ensure an efficient and safe dining department. Responsible for menu planning and food preparation in accordance with federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations.

• Plan and oversee the fine dining experience in the community, including menu planning and presentation
• Take weekly inventory of all dinning service supplies and place orders when needed
• Establish, enforce, and maintain proper sanitation and safety in food preparation areas
• Consult with Dietician on issues of nutrition compliance and therapeutic diets
• Plan, direct, and evaluate activities of the cooking staff personnel and functions

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, assignment, re-assignment, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, and termination. The Company prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex (including same sex); sexual orientation; gender identity; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability or handicap; citizenship status; service member status; or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

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