Executive Chef

Benchmark Senior Living; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in senior living is seeking a talented Executive Chef to lead their culinary team. In this pivotal role, you will manage all aspects of food procurement and production, ensuring high standards of quality and compliance with dietary guidelines. Your creativity will shine as you design menus that cater to diverse tastes while adhering to budgetary constraints. With a focus on professional development and a supportive work environment, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of residents. Join a community that values culinary excellence and promotes health and wellness.

Benefits

Paid vacation and health & wellness time off

Discounted meal program

Referral bonus program

Medical, vision, and dental benefits

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Company-provided life insurance

Long-term disability benefits

8 holidays & 3 floating holidays

Physical and mental health wellness programs

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Chef or Kitchen Manager in food service.
• Completion of a recognized food safety course required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee meal preparation and kitchen operations efficiently.
• Design menus considering dietary guidelines and cultural preferences.
• Monitor food quality and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Food Safety Management

Budget Management

Menu Design

Inventory Management

Education

Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts

Job description

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Benchmark is seeking an experienced and skilled Executive Chef to join our growing team of professionals at Benchmark Senior Living. As the Executive Chef, you will oversee and direct all food procurement and production, food presentation, and all back-of-the-house activity. You are expected to meet or exceed community food service standards, adhere to budgetary requirements, and manage kitchen operations cost-effectively.

Responsibilities

1. Plan, staff, organize, and coordinate meal preparation across all levels of care.
2. Design menus and cycles considering cultural and regional preferences, and resident dietary guidelines. Adjust recipes for appropriate yields.
3. Procure food products according to menu cycles and budget constraints.
4. Procure cleaning and paper goods as needed within budget.
5. Monitor food quality, including temperature, portion control, palatability, and presentation, making adjustments to ensure standards are met.
6. Maintain regulatory documentation to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local standards.
7. Ensure adherence to resident dietary restrictions.
8. Supervise food preparation, portioning, and garnishing to ensure methods and sizes are as prescribed.
9. Validate food deliveries against orders.
10. Conduct monthly inventory of food items.
11. Perform regular Quality Assurance audits.
12. Practice safe and sanitary food handling procedures.
13. Follow safety and loss prevention protocols.
14. Attend scheduled resident or family food meetings.
15. Monitor budget line items, maintaining variances within targeted ranges.

Requirements

1. Associate’s degree in culinary arts preferred.
2. At least three years of experience as a Chef or Kitchen Manager in a food service environment.
3. Completion of a recognized food safety course.
4. Commitment to ongoing professional development through training, conferences, and learning sessions.
5. Stay updated with industry best practices and developments.

Benefits

As a community Executive Chef at Benchmark, you will have access to a variety of benefits, including:

• 8 holidays & 3 floating holidays
• Paid vacation and health & wellness time off
• Discounted meal program
• Referral bonus program, up to $1,500
• Physical and mental health wellness programs
• Medical, vision, and dental benefits with no enrollment waiting period
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Company-provided life insurance and long-term disability

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job functions: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare