Executive Chef: Lead Multi-Venue Dining & Innovation

Highland Springs by Erickson Senior Living; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture of DEI

Medical, dental, vision coverage

PTO & volunteer hours

401(k) with 3% match

On-site medical centers

Education assistance & courses

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Highland Springs by Erickson Senior Living is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations for a dynamic, multi-venue dining program serving more than 600 covers daily. This hands-on leader will foster teamwork, creativity, accountability, and hospitality while upholding the highest standards of food quality and service.

You will oversee daily operations, mentor the culinary team, drive menu execution with F&B leadership, ensure HACCP compliance and food safety, and manage food and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years Executive Chef experience.
• Fine dining experience a plus.
• Knowledge of ala carte and catering trends with focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls and food presentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the culinary team, promoting excellence, accountability, and collaboration.
• Oversee daily culinary operations across multiple dining venues, ensuring exceptional quality, consistency, presentation, and food safety.
• Partner with Food & Beverage leadership to drive menu innovation, operational excellence, and an outstanding resident dining experience.
• Ensure compliance with Health Department, HACCP, and food safety standards while maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment.
• Manage food and labor costs through effective purchasing, inventory control, scheduling, and waste reduction.
• Maintain a visible presence in dining venues, building relationships with residents, and responding to feedback to continuously enhance the dining experience.

Skills

Executive Chef

Culinary leadership

Food safety HACCP

Tools

POS systems

MS Office

Job description

Highland Springs by Erickson Senior Living is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations for a dynamic, multi-venue dining program serving more than 600 covers daily. This hands-on leader will foster teamwork, creativity, accountability, and hospitality while upholding the highest standards of food quality and service.

You will oversee daily operations, mentor the culinary team, drive menu execution with F&B leadership, ensure HACCP compliance and food safety, and manage food and