Executive Chef (Full-Time) - The Springs at Murrayhill

The Springs Living; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The Springs Living in Beaverton, OR seeks an Executive Chef to lead our culinary team with creativity, warmth, and a commitment to exceptional dining experiences for residents and guests.

You will manage menu development, cost control, and kitchen operations, mentor back-of-house staff, and partner with the Food & Beverage Director to elevate our dining program while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hospitality.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as an Executive Chef, Sous Chef, or Culinary Manager in hospitality, healthcare, or senior living.
• Strong culinary skills with a passion for beautiful presentation and flavor.
• Knowledge of menu development, cost control, and kitchen operations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Hands-on leadership style that builds confidence and inspires teamwork.
• Commitment to creating exceptional experiences for residents and guests.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a professional kitchen team in a supportive, positive environment.
• Prepare and execute high-quality meals using fresh ingredients and seasonal menus.
• Partner with the Food & Beverage Director to launch company-standard menus and continually refine offerings.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food purchasing, budgeting, and inventory management.
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and quality standards that meet or exceed regulations.
• Cater special events and celebrations for residents and guests.
• Hire, train, and mentor back-of-house staff to ensure consistency and pride in every plate.
• Model The Springs Living values — integrity, teamwork, and doing the right thing.

Skills

Culinary skills

Menu development

Cost control

Kitchen operations

Microsoft Office

Hands-on leadership

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Description

At The Springs Living, we’ve created communities that feel handcrafted, personal, and full of life. Our mission is to enhance the lives of seniors and their families through warmth, quality, and genuine hospitality. Because our residents deserve the very best, we hold ourselves to high standards of excellence — and we’re looking for an Executive Chef who shares that passion.

At The Springs at Murrayhill, we’re searching for a culinary leader to be our Executive Chef. This is an exciting opportunity to bring new energy and creativity to an established community, elevating the dining experience through exceptional food, service, and leadership.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and inspire a professional kitchen team in a supportive, positive environment.
• Prepare and execute high-quality meals using fresh ingredients and seasonal menus.
• Partner with the Food & Beverage Director to launch company-standard menus and continually refine offerings.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food purchasing, budgeting, and inventory management.
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and quality standards that meet or exceed regulations.
• Cater special events and celebrations for residents and guests.
• Hire, train, and mentor back-of-house staff to ensure consistency and pride in every plate.
• Model The Springs Living values — integrity, teamwork, and doing the right thing.

What You Bring:

• 3+ years of experience as an Executive Chef, Sous Chef, or Culinary Manager in hospitality, healthcare, or senior living.
• Strong culinary skills with a passion for beautiful presentation and flavor.
• Knowledge of menu development, cost control, and kitchen operations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• A hands-on leadership style that builds confidence and inspires teamwork.
• Commitment to creating exceptional experiences for residents and guests.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Opportunity to reinvigorate and lead an established dining program under new leadership.
• A beautiful and welcoming environment where you can take pride in your work.
• A predictable schedule with competitive pay and benefits.
• A company culture built on respect, integrity, and purpose.
• The chance to make an impact every day in the lives of those you serve.

The Springs Living offers more than jobs — we offer a place to grow, lead, and serve with purpose.
If you’re ready to bring creativity, leadership, and heart to a culinary team that cares, we’d love to meet you.

Location: Beaverton, OR
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: Consistent schedule with some weekends and events
Benefits: Health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, and more

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.