Executive Chef

Live Oaks Wellness; Novato (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Food provided

Job summary

Live Oaks Wellness in Novato, CA seeks an Executive Chef for our detox and 6-bed residential SUD facility. You will oversee all kitchen operations, menu planning, and staff development to deliver nutritious, recovery-focused meals.

The role emphasizes high-quality, sanitation, and compassionate care in a small, mission-driven setting. Full-time in-person position with competitive benefits and supportive leadership.

Qualifications

• Current Food Handler’s Certificate
• Current TB test
• Criminal background check
• Drug screening
• Pre-employment screenings and references

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and direct all food preparation and meal service
• Develop weekly menus that are balanced, nutritious, and recovery-focused
• Maintain copies of menus for a minimum of 30 days
• Monitor food quality, presentation, and consistency
• Design plating and presentation standards for all meals
• Create new recipes, menu items, and occasional specials
• Track food costs and manage kitchen budget effectively
• Order food and kitchen supplies and coordinate deliveries or pickups
• Maintain accurate inventory of food, supplies, and equipment
• Oversee maintenance and repairs of kitchen appliances
• Ensure compliance with all state food safety and sanitation laws
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inspection-ready kitchen
• Manage daily workflow and resolve kitchen-related issues efficiently
• Research and implement new culinary trends where appropriate

Skills

Cooking styles

Food safety

Equipment maintenance

Inventory control

Healthcare experience

Job description

Executive Chef – Detox & Residential SUD Facility (6 Beds)

Location: Novato, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Director of Operations

About Us
We are a small, high-touch detox and residential Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment facility serving up to six residents at a time. Our program emphasizes dignity, structure, and whole-person healing. Nutrition plays a critical role in recovery, and we are seeking an experienced, compassionate Executive Chef who understands the impact of high-quality, thoughtfully prepared meals in a therapeutic environment.

Position Summary
The Executive Chef is responsible for overseeing all aspects of food preparation, kitchen operations, and staff management while creating a nutritious, consistent, and welcoming dining experience for residents and employees. This role is ideal for a chef who values structure, quality, and purpose-driven work in a smaller, mission-focused setting.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinate and direct all food preparation and meal service
• Develop weekly menus that are balanced, nutritious, and recovery-focused
• Maintain copies of menus for a minimum of 30 days
• Monitor food quality, presentation, and consistency
• Design plating and presentation standards for all meals
• Create new recipes, menu items, and occasional specials
• Track food costs and manage kitchen budget effectively
• Order food and kitchen supplies and coordinate deliveries or pickups
• Maintain accurate inventory of food, supplies, and equipment
• Oversee maintenance and repairs of kitchen appliances
• Ensure compliance with all state food safety and sanitation laws
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inspection-ready kitchen
• Manage daily workflow and resolve kitchen-related issues efficiently
• Research and implement new culinary trends where appropriate

Qualifications

Strong working knowledge of:

• Multiple cooking styles and methods
• Sanitation and food safety standards
• Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
• Inventory control, waste logs, and requisition processes
• Experience in healthcare, residential treatment, or similar environments is a plus

Required Certifications & Clearances

• Current Food Handler’s Certificate
• Current and valid Tuberculosis (TB) test
• Ability to successfully complete pre-employment screenings, including:
• Criminal background check
• Drug screening
• Professional and personal reference checks

What We Offer

• Consistent schedule (no late-night restaurant hours)
• Small resident census allowing for quality-focused cooking
• Supportive leadership and collaborative work environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in people’s recovery journey

We are an equal opportunity employer and value professionalism, accountability, and compassion in our workplace.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• health, dental and vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person