Executive Chef

Oakmont Senior Living; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

Complimentary meals

Life Insurance

Job summary

Oakmont Senior Living is seeking an Executive Chef to lead a full scratch kitchen in San Jose, CA. You will design seasonal menus, mentor cooks, and drive culinary innovation to deliver exceptional dining experiences for residents and guests.

In this role you will manage food, labor, and product costs while maintaining the highest quality and guest satisfaction in a fast-paced senior living environment. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential to grow a high-performing team.

Qualifications

• Must have experience leading a full scratch kitchen in a senior living or similar setting.
• Ability to craft seasonally curated and guest-focused menus.
• Proven track record managing fixed food, labor, and product costs.

Skills

Leadership

Menu planning

Staff development

Guest-focused service

Cost control

Job description

Executive Chef for Full Scratch Kitchen Needed

Pay Range: $82,000-$85,000

Our Chefs are the creative force of our growth, the heart of our strength, and the key to our success.

We are not looking for good, because we thrive on greatness.

Our singular driving goal is to provide the best and freshest cuisine possible.

We are known for setting the industry standard with our focus on seasonal menus, state-of-the-art kitchens, and high-quality local ingredients.

Our teams craft exceptional cuisine in "Chefs Playgrounds" with access to the most contemporary tools and technology available to the culinary world.

The only thing missing is YOU!

Who We Are Looking For

• Innovators who don't follow the standard, they set it
• Ambitious and driven executive chefs that want to grow and evolve in a rapidly expanding
• Chefs that want to be rewarded for the results of their hard work
• Chefs that are food-focused, trend-driven, and customer savvy
• Results-oriented performers who drive and thrive on their own merits
• Forward-focused culinarians who thrive in collaborative environments
• Chefs who don't shy away from next-generation technology but leverage it for solutions
• Leaders who create flexible, contemporary work environments
• Driven, competitive, and focused individuals who are passionate about hospitality and creating exceptional food experiences

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Vacation, Personal Day, Sick Pay, Holidays
• Complimentary Meals
• Bonus Opportunities
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Team Member Discount Program (LifeMart)
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Recognition Programs
• Student Loan Refinancing
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Emergency Financial Assistance

What We Request

• The ability to learn, grow and evolve
• Experience leading a "Full Scratch Kitchen" as an Executive Chef, Kitchen Manager, or Executive Sous Chef
• Experience crafting seasonally curated and guest-focused menus
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