Executive Chef: Lead Kitchen & Resident Experience

Atria Senior Living; Copley Township (OH); On-site; USD 58,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays and PTO

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Atria Senior Living in Ohio seeks an Executive Chef to lead the kitchen and dining venue within the community, driving hospitality and ensuring residents’ tastes are indulged. You will act as manager on duty as required and implement high service standards.

You’ll hire, train, and supervise staff, manage budgets for Culinary Services, maintain inventory and vendor relationships, and ensure compliance with safety and company policies. This role requires strong leadership and HACCP awareness.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Culinary Arts Degree and/or Chef Certification strongly preferred.
• Communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing, with residents, staff, and vendors.
• Five (5) or more years Culinary Experience in the hospitality industry.
• Demonstrated experience in supervising staff and working in a team setting.
• Food handlers permit as required by applicable law and/or Company standards. HACCP certification may be required.
• Adherence to Company appearance and dress code policies.
• Strong organization, detail orientation, and time management skills.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Interviewing, hiring, training, developing, and performance managing assigned staff, including scheduling of hours, breaks, and meal periods.
• Maintain monthly and annual budgets for the Culinary Services department, including documenting monthly spend on food, supplies, and labor.
• Maintain inventory of kitchen supplies, small wares, and tableware.
• Ensure purchasing standards and vendor relationships are maintained.
• Prepare, store, and serve all food according to Company standards and legal requirements.
• Meet regularly with residents and family to ensure high satisfaction levels.
• Work with staff to ensure high levels of customer service.
• Coordinate front-of-house and back-of-house to deliver a superior dining product.
• Maintain documentation and reports for budgets and responsibilities.
• Maintain employee satisfaction and engagement scores at or above Company standards.
• Delegate tasks to ensure cleanliness and quality of kitchen and dining areas.

Skills

Culinary experience

Staff supervision

English communication

Time management

MS Word/Outlook/Excel

Driving responsibilities

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary Arts Degree and/or Chef Certification

Tools

HACCP knowledge

Job description

Atria Senior Living in Ohio seeks an Executive Chef to lead the kitchen and dining venue within the community, driving hospitality and ensuring residents’ tastes are indulged. You will act as manager on duty as required and implement high service standards.

You’ll hire, train, and supervise staff, manage budgets for Culinary Services, maintain inventory and vendor relationships, and ensure compliance with safety and company policies. This role requires strong leadership and HACCP awareness.