Executive Chef: Resident-Centered Dining & Leadership

The Villages of Indiana; New Hudson (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSail Investment Group seeks an Executive Chef to lead the culinary and dining department, overseeing menu development, food costs, sanitation, and staff management. You will ensure resident satisfaction through exceptional plate presentation and service, while driving standardization and safety across operations.

The role requires a culinary degree, leadership experience, and strong organizational skills in a dynamic senior living environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or related culinary degree required.
• Certified Executive Chef preferred.
• Minimum four years of industry and culinary management experience.
• Proven leadership abilities and commitment to customer service.
• Experience with menu development and pricing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Culinary labor, food and small ware financial management experience.

Responsibilities

• Achieve 100% resident satisfaction through plate presentation and taste; circulate dining rooms at meals for feedback.
• Establish presentation techniques and ensure quality standards.
• Hire, coach, train, inspire and direct culinary staff; manage scheduling and reviews.
• Develop Sous Chef and Lead Cook to take on leadership duties.
• Direct food control, labor costs, menu engineering, and recipe standardization.
• Ensure proper equipment operation, safety and sanitation policies.
• Oversee catering events and provide culinary instruction as needed.
• Maintain a positive team environment and promote public relations with residents and guests.
• Function as Manager on Duty as scheduled.

Skills

Leadership abilities

Customer service

Organization & time management

Menu development & pricing

Financial management (culinary)

Culinary management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or related culinary degree

Certified Executive Chef preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CommonSail Investment Group seeks an Executive Chef to lead the culinary and dining department, overseeing menu development, food costs, sanitation, and staff management. You will ensure resident satisfaction through exceptional plate presentation and service, while driving standardization and safety across operations.

The role requires a culinary degree, leadership experience, and strong organizational skills in a dynamic senior living environment.