Executive Chef Memory Care

Cogirusa; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living is seeking an Executive Chef to manage dining services at their community in California. The role involves overseeing meal preparation, budgeting, and staff management, aiming to enhance the dining experience for residents. With a focus on excellence and creativity, the ideal candidate will have relevant culinary experience and a passion for service.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401K with company match

Paid Vacation

Employee Assistance Program

Generous Employee Referral Program

Qualifications

• A Culinary degree preferred or combinations of education and experience.
• 5+ years in food preparation with managerial experience.
• Serve Safe Manager certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee community kitchen operations and staffing.
• Manage culinary services staff and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Plan menus and execute meal preparations.

Skills

Food Preparation

Management

Team Building

Creativity

Communication

Education

Culinary Degree

Job description

Description

THE COMPANY

Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, proudly oversees a network of senior living communities spanning 11 states nationwide. As a trusted leader in senior housing, we are dedicated to growth while maintaining our commitment to exceptional care for our residents and a supportive, growth-focused environment for our team members.

At Cogir, our culture is rooted in the core values of human focus, creativity, and excellence, which inspire us to continuously improve and achieve excellence in all we do. Join us in our mission to enrich the lives of our residents while building a meaningful and fulfilling career!

WHAT WE OFFER

• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• 401K with company match.
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave.
• Employee Assistance Program,
• Generous Employee Referral Program and more.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Executive Chef oversees the community's dining services operations and ensures a positive dining experience for our residents. This includes, but is not limited to, food procurement, preparation, and service; menu development; financial management of food, supplies, and labor budgets; hiring, training, and managing dining services team members; inventory control and regulatory compliance.

If you seek a highly rewarding career where you can make a difference every day and you're driven by excellence and passion for serving others, then look no further and apply today!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the day-to-day operations and staffing of the community kitchen and dining venues.
• Manages and supervises all culinary services staff (BOH and FOH), including scheduling, assignment, direction, performance review, hiring, and corrective action consistent with company policy.
• Menu planning and executing meal preparation and events, assisting staff with back and front-of-the-house operations as needed.
• Maintain inventory control of food, beverages, supplies, and equipment.
• Ensure that all food is prepared, stored, and served according to company standards and with state and/or local health code requirements.
• Understand and maintain monthly and annual budgets for the culinary services department, including producing written documentation of monthly food, supplies, and labor spending.
• Collaborate with staff and residents to plan and develop recipes and menus tailored to residents' preferences and monthly budgets.
• Ensure resident and family member satisfaction is maintained.
• Responsible for planning, preparing, and executing special events and themed meals.

Requirements

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS
Education and certifications:
A Culinary degree is preferred, or a combination of education and experience is required.

Experience, Competencies, and Skills:

• At least 5 years of hands-on experience in food preparation.
  
• At least 3 years of progressive management experience as an Executive Chef with an understanding of front-of-the-house operations and service.
  
• Serve Safe Manager (Food Handler Certification) with an understanding of kitchen sanitation and food codes.
  
• Experience with restaurant openings is a plus.
  
• Experience with special events and banquets is a plus.
  
• Successful history of building teams and meeting financial goals.
  
• Creativity and experience in menu development.
  
• Previous experience working in Independent Living (IL), Assisted Living (AL), Memory Care (MC), Senior Living, or hotel experience is a plus!
  
• Outstanding communication skills and the ability to motivate.
  
• Compassion for our residents and a strong passion for excellence.
  
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is a valued asset and we warmly welcome candidates who can support our diverse community.