Executive Chef | ESOP-Powered Senior Living Dining Leader

The Commons; Enid (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Education Funds and Scholarships

Nurse Aide Training and Certification

Career Ladders- CNA, RN, and Beyond

Clinical Hours For College Students

CPR and IV Certifications

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Job summary

The Commons in Enid, OK is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead culinary operations for our continuing care community. You will oversee daily kitchen activities, ensure high standards of quality, safety, and resident satisfaction.

The role emphasizes menu development, nutrition-aware cooking, staff leadership, and collaboration with dietitians and nursing staff to meet therapeutic diets and resident needs.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of progressive culinary experience with leadership in senior living or healthcare.
• Culinary degree or formal training; equivalent experience acceptable.
• ServSafe Manager Certification or ability to obtain.
• Knowledge of HACCP, sanitation, infection control, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with therapeutic diets and resident dietary restrictions.
• Ability to collaborate with RD, nursing, and admin teams.
• Experience in menu development, purchasing, and cost management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, food prep, and service to high standards.
• Develop menus balancing resident preferences, nutrition, and dietary restrictions.
• Lead and supervise culinary staff to promote teamwork and service.
• Manage purchasing, inventory, production planning, costs, and waste.
• Collaborate with Registered Dietitian, Dietary Manager, nursing, and admin.
• Plan and execute special events, catered functions, holidays, and elevated dining.
• Maintain compliance with food safety regulations and HACCP.
• Respond to resident/family feedback and participate in dining committees.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Food safety

Menu development

Team training

Sanitation

Dietary knowledge

Communication

Education

Culinary degree

ServSafe Manager

Healthcare dietary knowledge

Tools

Dietary software

Electronic ordering

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Commons in Enid, OK is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead culinary operations for our continuing care community. You will oversee daily kitchen activities, ensure high standards of quality, safety, and resident satisfaction.

The role emphasizes menu development, nutrition-aware cooking, staff leadership, and collaboration with dietitians and nursing staff to meet therapeutic diets and resident needs.