Executive Chef II: Lead High-Volume Kitchen & Team

Unidine; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Unidine in Jersey City, NJ is seeking an Executive Chef to lead daily kitchen operations, recruit and train staff, and deliver show-quality food through hands-on involvement. You will drive menu development, ensure food safety and sanitation, manage budgets and labor costs, and continually improve resident and client satisfaction.

This high-volume, guest-focused role requires strong leadership and a passion for scratch cooking.

Qualifications

• A.S. or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, high-volume operations.
• Extensive catering experience a plus.
• Hands-on chef experience is a must.
• ServSafe certification is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily culinary production, ensuring food quality and presentation.
• Oversee safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance.
• Develop menus based on product availability and seasonality.
• Monitor food and labor costs; manage budgets and forecasting.
• Supervise cooks and staff; provide training and performance feedback.
• Ensure resident and client satisfaction through exceptional service.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Food safety

Menu development

Staff training

Education

A.S. or equivalent experience

ServSafe certified

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Unidine in Jersey City, NJ is seeking an Executive Chef to lead daily kitchen operations, recruit and train staff, and deliver show-quality food through hands-on involvement. You will drive menu development, ensure food safety and sanitation, manage budgets and labor costs, and continually improve resident and client satisfaction.

This high-volume, guest-focused role requires strong leadership and a passion for scratch cooking.