Executive Chef - Lead Dining Experience & Menu Innovation

Bonaventure Senior Living; Washington; On-site; USD 80,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Flexible Spending Account

401k matching

Job summary

Bonaventure Senior Living is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the dining services team and develop innovative menus for residents with diverse dietary needs. You will ensure high standards of food quality, safety compliance, and appealing presentation while guiding staff and managing budgets.

The role focuses on leadership and strategy rather than hands-on cooking, with a strong emphasis on delivering exceptional dining experiences across Bonaventure communities.

Qualifications

• Passion for working with seniors and delivering exceptional dining experiences.
• Prior success in working in or managing dining services.
• Experience with budgets.
• Food handlers license or ability to obtain one.
• Ability to organize and supervise dining service staff.
• English language required.
• CPR Certification preferred.
• Must pass criminal background check and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Crafting menus and developing standardized recipes and food production schedules.
• Overseeing kitchen and dining staff while managing budget and inventory.
• Leading and inspiring excellent customer service for residents.
• Ensuring meals are served with an appetizing and attractive presentation.
• Creating and maintaining the schedule for the dining services team.
• Maintaining a clean and organized kitchen and dining room.
• This role emphasizes leadership, management, and enhancing the overall dining experience.

Skills

Staff leadership

Budget management

Menu development

Quality & safety

Resident service excellence

English proficiency

CPR certification (preferred)

Education

Food handlers license

CPR certification (preferred)

Tools

Budgeting tools

Job description

Bonaventure Senior Living is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the dining services team and develop innovative menus for residents with diverse dietary needs. You will ensure high standards of food quality, safety compliance, and appealing presentation while guiding staff and managing budgets.

The role focuses on leadership and strategy rather than hands-on cooking, with a strong emphasis on delivering exceptional dining experiences across Bonaventure communities.