Executive Chef: Lead Kitchen, Menu Development & Team

Senior-Lifestyle-f4731d9; Niles Township (IL); On-site; USD 82,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

DailyPay

Vaccination policy

Job summary

Senior Lifestyle is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations in a community setting. You will ensure high-quality meals, lead a team, and manage menus and prep with strict adherence to health standards.

The role requires 3+ years in a commercial kitchen, relevant culinary education, and strong leadership. You will supervise cooks and staff, coordinate scheduling, and help develop menus while maintaining stock and cleanliness.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a commercial kitchen (experience or certificate/degree)
• Associate’s Degree in culinary field preferred
• Serv Safe or equivalent certification required
• Organized, good communicator with residents and staff
• Pride in quality and presentation of food
• Strong cooking knowledge and food service techniques
• Strong leadership and scheduling capabilities
• Ability to switch tasks quickly and harmoniously work with staff

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals from standardized recipes as per orders.
• Set up service line and workstations with condiments.
• Prepare required garnishes and condiments with foods.
• Assist in recipe and menu development.
• Coordinate prep for the next day’s menu.
• Lead pre-meal meeting with servers.
• Assist with training of kitchen staff.
• Ensure adequate staffing per shift and cover absences.
• Assist with scheduling and food ordering.
• Maintain stock rooms, coolers, freezers; rotate perishables.
• Keep kitchen clean and compliant with health codes.
• Minimize food waste via proper storage and recycling.
• Supervise Sous Chefs, Cooks and kitchen staff.

Skills

Experience in commercial kitchen

Organized and communicative

Strong management skills

Task prioritization

Knowledge of cooking techniques

Education

Associate’s Degree in culinary field

Serv Safe certification or equivalent

Job description

Senior Lifestyle is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations in a community setting. You will ensure high-quality meals, lead a team, and manage menus and prep with strict adherence to health standards.

The role requires 3+ years in a commercial kitchen, relevant culinary education, and strong leadership. You will supervise cooks and staff, coordinate scheduling, and help develop menus while maintaining stock and cleanliness.