Executive Chef

Resort Lifestyle Communities; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Pay-on-demand access

Benefit stipend

Health, Dental, Vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

HSA/FSA/LSA

Identity protection

Paid time off

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Resort Lifestyle Communities in Virginia is seeking an Executive Chef to lead a hands-on Culinary and Dining team in an Independent Senior Living community. You’ll drive fresh, scratch-made meals and exceptional service, while building genuine connections with residents to deliver a luxury dining experience.

Lead the Signature Freedom Dining program, shape menus, and ensure a worry-free dining experience daily. The role emphasizes teamwork, standards, and resident satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Proven leadership in culinary preparation, cooking, and supervising a team.
• Culinary degree or related higher education preferred.
• ServSafe Manager certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days) and local permits.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily culinary operations, ensuring scratch-made meals with quality presentation and proper temperatures.
• Lead by example in the kitchen while working hands-on and maintaining a clean, organized environment.
• Train, coach, and develop Culinary and Dining teams and coordinate with the Dining Room Supervisor.
• Manage ordering, receiving, inventory, vendor relationships, and daily invoices.
• Build relationships with residents, gather feedback, and host monthly Chef chats.
• Create and maintain weekly labor schedules and ensure safety and uniform standards.

Skills

Leadership experience

Team supervision

Flexibility schedule

English communication

ServSafe certification

Resident-focused service

Culinary knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Culinary degree or related education preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft 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