Executive Chef - beautiful gated community & no late nights!

Westminster Brand 051816; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short Term Disability

Flexible Spending Plans

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

Voluntary Life Insurance

Hospital Indemnity Plan

Health Advocate

403(b) Plan

PTO

Bereavement Leave

Jury Duty Paid

EAP Counseling

Scholarship Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Resident Christmas Fund

Mercy Fund

Flu Shots

Job summary

Westminster Communities of Florida is seeking a full-time Chef for Westminster St. Augustine in the World Golf Village, offering residents, team members and guests a high-quality dining program.

The role requires leadership to manage kitchen operations, oversee HAACP/sanitation programs, and support the dining services for a Life Plan Community. Candidates should have a 2-year culinary degree or higher, 6 years of high-volume hospitality experience, and Serv Safe certification (or obtain within

Qualifications

• Education: 2-Year Accredited Culinary Degree or College Degree in related subject; Specialized certification/degree at an approved culinary school; and 6 years similar experience in a high-volume, hospitality oriented environment.
• Serv Safe certification required or ability to obtain certification within 90 days from date of hire.
• Proficiency with computer programs including Microsoft Office; proficiency with data-base types of menu systems for forecasting, menu building and recipe creation.

Responsibilities

• Manage the entire operations of the kitchen(s).
• Oversee the purchase of food, supplies and equipment and adhere to budget objectives.
• Supervise meal preparation, presentation and quality by following recipes accurately.
• Perform food inventory and/or place orders as required.
• Ensure training, safety and discipline standards are met.
• Ensure kitchen staff comply with sanitation and food safety standards.
• Monitor operation of kitchen equipment and report failures.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Menu systems

Supervisory leadership

Education

2-Year Accredited Culinary Degree

Serv Safe certification or ability to obtain within 90 days

Job description

Westminster Communities of Florida is a national leader in senior living and dedicated to a mission of service to older adults. Founded in 1954, Westminster Communities of Florida is a fiscally strong, not-for-profit organization serving more than 10,000 residents in Life Plan Communities and affordable Rental Retirement Communities. Our communities offer independent living, assisted living, nursing care, home care, pharmacy services, therapy services, and affordable housing for seniors.

Our Life Plan Community, Westminster St. Augustine, is located in the beautiful World Golf Village with convenient access to I-95, offering team members an ideal work environment that combines a welcoming community atmosphere with easy commuting and access to the greater St. Augustine region. We are proud to be recognized for excellence in senior care from U.S. News & World Report Best Nursing Homes for Rehab 2026, U.S. News & World Report Best Nursing Homes for Long-Term Care 2026, Newsweek, America’s Best Continuing Care Retirement Communities 2026, and the State of Florida Governor’s Gold Seal Award 2026-2029.

Westminster St. Augustine is currently accepting applications for the position of full-timeChef. This position reports to the Director of Dining Services and assists in the planning, coordinating and implementation of the quality dining program for residents, team members and guests. Oversees the culinary component, HAACP program and Sanitation program of the dining program in all of the food production and service areas within the community. Provides support in assigned areas during the absence of the Director of Dining Services.

We Offer:

• Medical Insurance – three plan options
• Dental Insurance – three plan options
• Vision Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Plans for medical and dependent care
• Basic Life & AD&D Insurance – benefit amount is three times annual salary, paid by company
• Long Term Disability – premium paid by company
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance – available to (team member, spouse and child(ren)
• Hospital Indemnity Plan, Voluntary Group Accident and Voluntary Group Critical Illness
• Health Advocate – free assistance with resolving healthcare and insurance related issues
• 403(b) Retirement Plan and Profit Sharing Plan
• PTO Hours (hours can be sold in 20 hour increments as long as 80 hours remain afterwards)
• Bereavement Leave
• Paid Jury Duty
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free counseling for employees and their families
• Resident Scholarship Program (available after 3 months of employment)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program (after 1 year of service)
• Resident Christmas Fund for team members
• Foundation Mercy Fund
• Free Flu Shots and Hepatitis B vaccinations
• Discounted Meals
• Tickets at Work – discount pricing on travel and entertainment options
• Free Parking
• Training & Career growth

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The Resident Lifestyle Facilitator must comply with all applicable rules, policies, standards and guidelines related to employment with Westminster Services and its communities, including:

1. Manage the entire operations of the kitchen(s).
2. Oversee the purchase of food, food supplies and equipment. Adheres to specific budget objectives.
3. Supervise meal preparation, presentation and quality by following accurate reproduction of recipes by cooks and prep staff.
4. Perform food inventory and/or place orders as required.
5. Ensures that training, safety and discipline standards are met.
6. Responsible for kitchen staff compliance with sanitation and food safety standards.
7. Monitor the proper operation of the kitchen equipment and report any equipment failures to the Director.

The above job description is not to be construed as a complete listing of the assignments and responsibilities assigned to any employee; nor are such assignments restricted to those precisely listed in the description. This job description may change from time to time as the needs of the organization change.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: 2-Year Accredited Culinary Degree or College Degree in related subject required; Specialized certification/degree at an approved culinary school; and 6 years similar experience in a high volume, hospitality oriented and customer service focused environment. Serv Safe certification required or ability to obtain certification within 90 days from date of hire.

Experience: Proficiency with computer programs including Microsoft Office. Proficiency with data-base types of menu systems for menu forecasting, menu building and recipe creation. Supervisory Leadership.

Requirements: Ability to hold effective meetings. Ability to complete a Certified Dietary Managers Qualification within a specified time frame. Ability to learn computer programs as defined by Westminster Communities of Florida. Ability to work as a member of the dining services management team.

Physical & Environmental Requirements And Sensory & Communicative Activities: Finger Dexterity, Grasping, Reaching, Standing, Sitting, Lifting (up to 50 lbs), Bending, Walking, Hearing, Speaking, Seeing, Manual Dexterity, Tasting, Smelling

An individual in this position will be exposed to: Inside/Outside environmental conditions. Blood borne Pathogens, Respiratory pathogens

Must be able to cope with mental and emotional stress of this position.

Total Rewards: Westminster offers a supportive, mission-driven environment where team members are valued and actively supported in their professional growth and career development. We are committed to providing competitive pay and benefits. Benefits for part-time positions include paid time off, and more. Visit Career Benefits | Westminster Communities of Florida for more information.

We Thrive:

We believe our success starts with our people. Our culture is rooted in teamwork, communication, accountability, and quality, creating an environment where our 2,800 team members are supported, empowered, and encouraged to grow. We value collaboration, recognize contributions, and are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive and make a meaningful impact.

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Westminster Communities of Florida is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. We conduct drug testing and criminal background screening on all new hires. Applicants can learn more about Florida background screening requirements at https://info.flclearinghouse.com/