Executive Chef: Lead Culinary Excellence & Hospitality

Holiday by Atria; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and PTO

Anniversary rewards

Job summary

Atria Senior Living is seeking an Executive Chef to lead daily kitchen and dining operations in our community. You’ll drive a culture of hospitality, ensure resident tastes are indulged, and act as manager on duty as required.

You will interview, hire, train, and manage staff, oversee budgets, maintain inventory, and work with vendors to deliver high-quality meals and service in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Five (5) or more years culinary experience in the hospitality industry.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Able to resolve problems of dissatisfied customers and/or employees.
• Food handlers permit as required by state law and/or Company standards.
• Basic computer skills - Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Position may require driving responsibilities (may use Company provided vehicle and/or personal vehicle).
• Must possess valid driver's license.
• Must satisfactorily meet and be in compliance with Company motor vehicle policy standards.

Responsibilities

• Interviewing, hiring, training, developing, and performance managing assigned staff, including scheduling.
• Maintain monthly and annual budgets for the Culinary Services department, including documenting spend on food, supplies, and labor.
• Maintain inventory of kitchen supplies, small wares, and table ware.
• Ensure purchasing standards and vendor relations are maintained.
• Ensure all food is prepared, stored, and served according to standards and legal requirements.
• Meet regularly with residents and family members to confirm satisfaction.
• Ensure staff understand how to provide high levels of customer service.
• Coordinate front of house and back of house to exceed expectations.

Skills

Culinary experience

Organization & time management

Problem resolution

Driving responsibilities

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

Job description

Atria Senior Living is seeking an Executive Chef to lead daily kitchen and dining operations in our community. You’ll drive a culture of hospitality, ensure resident tastes are indulged, and act as manager on duty as required.

You will interview, hire, train, and manage staff, oversee budgets, maintain inventory, and work with vendors to deliver high-quality meals and service in a supportive team environment.