Executive Chef Manager — Culinary Leadership in Senior Living

Belmont Village Senior Living; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid vacation and holidays

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Belmont Village Senior Living in Buffalo Grove is seeking a Chef Manager to lead the dining program. You will be hands-on with meal preparation, train kitchen staff, and collaborate with front-of-house teams to deliver hospitality-focused dining for residents and guests.

Supported by regional and corporate teams, you’ll manage food quality, inventory, and costs, while upholding safety and company standards. If you have recipe creativity and a passion for leading others, we’d love to connect.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• ServSafe certificate
• Formal culinary training through degree or certificate program
• Must be able to communicate clearly in verbal and written English
• Ability to work flexible schedule as the needs of the dining program require
• Demonstrated successful use of technology in the workplace including MS Office and POS
• Minimum two years comparable kitchen managerial experience with five years experience in volume cooking
• Consistent and reliable attendance is essential for all Belmont Village employees to ensure the successful operation of the community

Responsibilities

• Oversee food service compliance while ensuring exceptional quality and productivity by effectively scheduling and coordinating kitchen staff operations.
• Ensure recipe consistency and adherence to company standards while showcasing culinary creativity for special event menu planning.
• Drive resident and guest satisfaction through clear communication, superior meal preparation, and outstanding dining service.
• Manage food ordering and equipment inventory to minimize waste, control costs, and maintain budget compliance.
• Build a positive workplace culture by training employees in safety protocols, food handling, and kitchen cleanliness, while applying company policies fairly and consistently.
• Collaborate with community leadership, regional teams, and corporate support to align with organizational goals.
• Lead staffing efforts, including interviewing, hiring, performance management, coaching, employee training, and task delegation.

Job description

Belmont Village Senior Living in Buffalo Grove is seeking a Chef Manager to lead the dining program. You will be hands-on with meal preparation, train kitchen staff, and collaborate with front-of-house teams to deliver hospitality-focused dining for residents and guests.

Supported by regional and corporate teams, you’ll manage food quality, inventory, and costs, while upholding safety and company standards. If you have recipe creativity and a passion for leading others, we’d love to connect.