Executive Chef - Community

Otterbein; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance we offer

Paid time off

Retirement savings with 401(k)

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Otterbein SeniorLife seeks an Executive Chef to lead a full-service kitchen and dining staff, providing three meals daily and specialty dining experiences in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities include menu coordination, staff training, inventory management, and ensuring safety and quality. Requirements include Serv‑Safe certification, a high school diploma or GED, and 5+ years in dining or healthcare culinary roles.

Qualifications

• Experience with budget control and stock management.
• Strong supervisory skills.
• Flexibility with schedule and hours.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating daily menus and recipes for the dining program.
• Directly supervising kitchen staff and training personnel.
• Overseeing daily kitchen operations and maintaining high quality food.

Skills

Budget control

Supervisory skills

Flexibility

Passion for senior care

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Join Otterbein SeniorLife – a place that ignites your passion. You’ll find days filled with opportunities and memorable experiences. Become part of a team dedicated to caring for others. Career opportunities available for RNs, LPNs, CNAs, Culinary, Maintenance, Accounting, Sales, Marketing, and more.

Where Purpose Lives

Working Together for the Residents

At Otterbein, you are not just an “employee”; you are a partner in care. We believe in working together toward a common goal. Our focus is on person-centered care that honors both residents and their choices. Join a community of talented, kind, wise, funny, spirited, generous, and endearing individuals, among many other wonderful qualities.

What Makes a Meaningful, Rewarding Career?

It’s when you become a part of something bigger. You’re advancing and growing. You’re making a positive impact on the lives of others. It’s when you discover what you were born to do. It’s where you want to be. That’s Otterbein.

Life at Otterbein is progressive, supportive, fun, and inspiring.

• Medical insurance with free virtual doctor visits
• Vision and dental insurance
• Paid time off & paid holidays
• Life insurance
• 401(k)/403(b) with company match
• Employee-sponsored fund for employees in need
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  *Benefits may vary based on position and location.
• Person-centered care
• Low staff-to-resident ratio
• Modern, state-of-the‑art communities
• Top-quality equipment
• Safety programs in place
• Online employee platform for peer recognition and engagement
• And more!
• Company-paid CNA classes
• Training programs
• Strong “promote from within” philosophy
• Locations in Ohio, Indiana, and Michigan

The Executive Chef is a full time salaried position directing a full service kitchen and wait staff providing three meals a day and specialty dining experiences. The position manages the back of the house staff and schedules; ordering and inventory; daily oversight of food production and quality. Working closely with the Associate Director of Dining Services, the position will provide direction for cooks, wait staff, and others to ensure all functions of the Dining Department are preformed efficiently and correctly.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating the daily menus and recipes and managing multiple job tasks
• Directly supervising and training kitchen personnel on all related culinary activities in conjunction with Director of Food and Beverage Department
• Overseeing daily operation of the kitchen and ensures the highest quality food products for an Independent Living community
• Maintaining kitchen sanitation and safety standards
• Assisting with set‑up, service, and clean‑up of food production
• Ability to lift 5-20 pounds alone and up to 50 pounds with assistance

Qualifications

• Experience with budget control and stock management
• Strong supervisory skills
• Flexibility with schedule and hours
• Must enjoy working with the senior population
• Must be able to pass a physical, background check and drug test

Education: High School diploma or GED

Licensure: Serv‑Safe certification

Experience: Five (5) or more years of experience in the dining and cooking field; preferably in a healthcare & restaurant setting

BENEFITS*

Medical insurance with free virtual doctor visits

Vision and dental insurance

Paid Time off that accrues immediately

Paid Holidays

Life insurance

Retirements Savings with a 401(k) or 403(b) with company match

Get access to 50% of your wages before pay day through PayActiv

Employee sponsored fund for employees in need

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition Assistance

*Some benefits are based on hours worked

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