Executive Chef: Lead Scratch-Made Dining in Senior Living

Resort Lifestyle Communities; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

On-demand pay

Benefit stipend

Paid time off

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Resort Lifestyle Communities in New York seeks a hands-on Executive Chef to lead a Culinary and Dining team in an Independent Senior Living community, delivering scratch-made meals with exceptional service. You will be deeply involved in kitchen and dining room operations, mentoring staff and engaging residents daily.

The role emphasizes guiding Signature Freedom Dining, creating a luxurious dining experience, and ensuring residents enjoy a worry-free, elevated dining environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Proven leadership experience in culinary preparation and supervising a team.
• Flexibility: Sunday-Thursday schedule plus evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Education: High school diploma or GED; culinary degree preferred.
• Certifications: ServSafe Manager or ability to obtain within 90 days; local food handler permits within two weeks.

Responsibilities

• Guide and immerse yourself in daily culinary operations, ensuring high-quality, scratch-made meals with proper temperatures.
• Lead by example in the kitchen, maintain a clean, organized environment, and uphold food safety and hygiene standards.
• Train, coach, and develop the Culinary and Dining teams while coordinating with Dining Room Supervisor.
• Manage ordering, receiving, inventory, vendor relationships, and daily invoice entry using company tools.
• Build strong relationships with residents by gathering feedback and hosting monthly Chef chats.
• Create and maintain weekly labor schedules and ensure compliance with safety requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary expertise

Team supervision

Food safety

Resident-focused service

Flexibility

English communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Culinary degree (preferred)

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Resort Lifestyle Communities in New York seeks a hands-on Executive Chef to lead a Culinary and Dining team in an Independent Senior Living community, delivering scratch-made meals with exceptional service. You will be deeply involved in kitchen and dining room operations, mentoring staff and engaging residents daily.

The role emphasizes guiding Signature Freedom Dining, creating a luxurious dining experience, and ensuring residents enjoy a worry-free, elevated dining environment.