Executive Chef

Resort Lifestyle Communities; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Access your pay anytime

Benefit stipend per pay period (health

Paid Time Off

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Resort Lifestyle Communities in Raleigh, NC seeks an Executive Chef for its Independent Senior Living community. You will lead a Culinary and Dining team, crafting scratch-made meals and delivering exceptional service, while engaging directly in kitchen and dining room duties.

In this hands-on role, you’ll guide the Signature Freedom Dining program, create a luxury dining experience with flexible options, and build genuine connections with residents.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Proven leadership experience in culinary preparation, cooking, and supervising a team.
• Flexibility: Sunday–Thursday, plus additional evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Education: High school diploma or GED required; culinary degree or related higher education preferred.
• Technical skills: Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• Professionalism: Strong communication skills in English, a polished appearance, and a service-minded attitude.
• Resident-focused approach: Ability to handle resident feedback calmly and professionally.
• Certifications: ServSafe Manager certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days) and any required local food handler permits (within two weeks of hire).

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily culinary operations, ensuring high-quality, scratch-made meals with excellent presentation and proper temperatures.
• Lead by example in the kitchen while working hands-on, maintaining a clean, organized environment, and upholding all food safety and hygiene standards.
• Train, coach, and develop the Culinary and Dining teams while partnering with the Dining Room Supervisor for smooth, timely service.
• Manage ordering, receiving, inventory, vendor relationships, and daily invoice entry using company tools and standards.
• Build strong relationships with residents by gathering feedback, hosting monthly Chef chats, and adapting menus to preferences.
• Create and maintain weekly labor schedules and ensure compliance with all uniform and safety requirements.

Skills

Leadership experience

Culinary leadership

Food safety

English communication

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Education

High school diploma or GED

Culinary degree or related higher education preferred

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Job description

At Resort Lifestyle Communities (RLC), serving seniors isn’t just a job, it’s a calling. When you join our team, you become part of a close-knit, servant-hearted community guided by our Core Values:Respect, Honesty, Kindness & Compassion, and Service Excellence.

Together, we work toward four essential goals that guide our success:

• Happy Employees
• Happy Residents
• Full Occupancy
• On-Budget Operations

About the Role

We are seeking a purpose-driven Executive Chef to join our Independent Senior Living community, where you’ll lead a Culinary and Dining team dedicated to fresh, scratch-made meals and exceptional service. In this highly hands‑on role, you will immerse yourself in the kitchen and dining room, stepping into any task needed from prep to planning, while also building genuine connections with the residents you serve.

As the Executive Chef, you will guide our Signature Freedom Dining program, a cornerstone of the Resort Lifestyle Communities experience. You’ll create a luxury resort–style dining experience through delicious meals, flexible dining options, and beautifully presented plates. Your leadership ensures residents enjoy an elevated, worry‑free dining experience every day, which is one of the top reasons they love calling our community home.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a hands‑on culinary leader who brings both skill and heart to their work. The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Proven leadership experience in culinary preparation, cooking, and supervising a team.
• Flexibility: Your primary schedule is Sunday–Thursday, plus additional evening, weekend, and holiday support.
• Education: High school diploma or GED required; culinary degree or related higher education preferred.
• Technical skills: Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• Professionalism: Strong communication skills in English, a polished appearance, and a positive, service-minded attitude.
• Resident-focused approach: Ability to handle resident feedback and concerns, responding politely, calmly and professionally.
• Certifications: ServSafe Manager certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days) and any required local food handler permits (within two weeks of hire).

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily culinary operations, ensuring high-quality, scratch-made meals with excellent presentation and proper temperatures.
• Lead by example in the kitchen while working hands‑on, maintaining a clean, organized environment, and upholding all food safety, handling, sanitation, and hygiene standards.
• Train, coach, and develop the Culinary and Dining teams while partnering with the Dining Room Supervisor to deliver smooth, timely meal service.
• Manage ordering, receiving, inventory, vendor relationships, and daily invoice entry using company tools and standards.
• Build strong relationships with residents by gathering feedback, hosting monthly Chef chats, and adapting menus to their preferences.
• Create and maintain weekly labor schedules and ensure team compliance with all uniform and safety requirements.

Benefits for Full-Time Employees

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Access your pay anytime
• $341 benefit stipend per pay period to apply toward:
  • Health, Dental, Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability
  • HSA, FSA, LSA
  • Accident & Hospital Indemnity
  • Legal & Identity Theft Protection
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with employer match

Why RLC?

• Fast-growing, family‑owned company with 60+ communities nationwide
• Supportive leadership in a beautiful, resort-style environment
• A purpose-driven role where you make a difference every day