Executive Chef - Lead Culinary & Resident Experience

Holiday by Atria; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays and PTO

Anniversary rewards

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Atria Senior Living seeks an Executive Chef to lead day-to-day kitchen and dining operations in the community. You will drive hospitality culture, ensure residents’ tastes are met, and act as manager on duty as required.

Responsibilities include interviewing and developing staff, managing monthly and annual budgets for Culinary Services, maintaining inventory, overseeing purchasing, ensuring compliance with standards, and partnering with sales and staff to deliver outstanding meals.

Qualifications

• Five (5) or more years Culinary Experience in the hospitality industry.
• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (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 with a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Interviewing, hiring, training, developing, and performance managing assigned staff; scheduling hours, breaks, and meals.
• Maintain budgets for the Culinary Services department, including spend on food, supplies, and labor.
• Maintain inventory of kitchen supplies, small wares, and tableware.
• Oversee purchasing standards and vendor relationships.
• Ensure food is prepared, stored, and served according to standards and regulations.
• Meet regularly with residents and families to maintain high satisfaction.
• Ensure front of house and back of house staff work closely to deliver superior meals.
• Plan, prepare, and execute Engage Life events, special events, banquets, and theme meals.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Staff management

Budgeting

Menu planning

Food safety

Time management

Vendor relations

Problem solving

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Atria Senior Living seeks an Executive Chef to lead day-to-day kitchen and dining operations in the community. You will drive hospitality culture, ensure residents’ tastes are met, and act as manager on duty as required.

Responsibilities include interviewing and developing staff, managing monthly and annual budgets for Culinary Services, maintaining inventory, overseeing purchasing, ensuring compliance with standards, and partnering with sales and staff to deliver outstanding meals.