Executive Chef: Lead Full-Scratch Kitchen & Seasonal Menus

Oakmont Senior Living; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Vacation, Personal Day, Sick Pay, HOL

Complimentary Meals

Bonus Opportunities

401(k) Savings Plan

Recognition Programs

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Emergency Financial Assistance

Job summary

Oakmont Management Group in Irvine, California, seeks an Executive Chef to lead a full scratch kitchen, crafting seasonal menus and delivering exceptional dining for residents and guests. The role demands proven leadership, strong cost control of food and labor, and the ability to guide a team to flawless dishes on schedule, while building relationships with staff, residents, and families.

Experience with high-quality local ingredients and state-of-the-art kitchen tools is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a full scratch kitchen.
• Ability to craft seasonally curated and guest-focused menus.
• Ability to manage fixed food, labor, and product costs.
• Strong leadership and communication with staff and residents/guests.
• Pass background checks and health screenings (including TB).

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen to execute flawless dishes in a timely manner.
• Develop seasonal, guest-focused menus.
• Manage fixed food, labor, and product costs.
• Foster relationships with staff, residents, and guests.
• Ensure health and safety compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Menu planning

Cost control

Staff development

Guest service

Quality focus

Job description

Oakmont Management Group in Irvine, California, seeks an Executive Chef to lead a full scratch kitchen, crafting seasonal menus and delivering exceptional dining for residents and guests. The role demands proven leadership, strong cost control of food and labor, and the ability to guide a team to flawless dishes on schedule, while building relationships with staff, residents, and families.

Experience with high-quality local ingredients and state-of-the-art kitchen tools is preferred.