Executive Chef - Portland Area

Bonaventure Senior Living; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 63,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly Competitive Wage

Health Benefits

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Plans

Stable Hours

Job summary

Bonaventure Senior Living in Portland, Oregon, is seeking an Executive Chef to oversee culinary staff and dining services. In this dynamic role, you will manage kitchen staff, plan events, and uphold high standards of food quality and presentation. Candidates should have over 3 years of experience in dining services, a culinary diploma or relevant degree, and skills in budget management. The position offers a competitive wage, health benefits, and consistent hours without night shifts.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience managing dining services in restaurants, banquets, or long-term care settings.
• Experience managing budgets.
• Must pass criminal background check and drug test.
• Must be over the age of 21.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing kitchen and wait staff while managing budget and inventory.
• Recruiting and maintaining kitchen staff.
• Leading and inspiring excellent customer service for our residents.
• Ensuring meals are served with an appetizing and attractive presentation.
• Creating and maintaining the schedule for the dining services team.
• Maintaining a clean and organized kitchen and dining room.
• Plan and direct all food preparation and service.
• Adhere to all state and federal regulations for long-term care communities.
• Handle event planning for special events.

Skills

Experience managing dining services

Budget management

Customer service

Computer proficiency

Education

Culinary school diploma or bachelor’s degree in hospitality

Tools

Microsoft Office

Ordering software

Job description

Bonaventure is Seeking an Executive Chef

At Bonaventure Senior Living, our Executive Chef plays a vital role in overseeing the culinary staff and leading our dining services department. In this dynamic position, you will be responsible for event planning, maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation, and ensuring that all meals are prepared in accordance with health and safety regulations. Additionally, you will continuously work to enhance the dining experience within our communities.

Top reasons to work at Bonaventure

• Highly Competitive Wage - Wages starting at $63,000-$73,000
• Health Benefits - Medical and dental coverage.
• Flexible Spending Account - For healthcare and daycare expenses.
• Retirement Plans - 401k matching program.
• Stable Hours - Consistent schedule with no night shifts

What Will You Be Doing?

• Overseeing kitchen and wait staff while managing budget and inventory.
• Recruiting and maintaining kitchen staff.
• Leading and inspiring excellent customer service for our residents.
• Ensuring meals are served with an appetizing and attractive presentation.
• Creating and maintaining the schedule for the dining services team.
• Maintaining a clean and organized kitchen and dining room.
• Plan and direct all food preparation and service in accordance with Bonaventure Senior Living standards.
• Adhere to all state and federal regulations for long‑term care communities.
• Will handle event planning for special events.
• Collaborate with health services to provide dining support for residents who require it, such as mitigating weight loss or addressing specific dietary needs.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience managing dining services in restaurants, banquets, or long‑term care settings.
• Has experience managing budgets.
• English language required.
• Must pass criminal background check and drug test.
• Culinary school diploma or bachelor’s degree in hospitality.
• Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office and ordering software.
• Must be over the age of 21.