Executive Chef – Senior Living

Sunrise Senior Living Mgmt Inc; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Dis

Retirement Savings Plans

Employee Assistant Program / Discount

Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and i

myFlexPay offered to get paid within

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sunrise Senior Living Mgmt Inc. seeks an Executive Chef to lead culinary teams and deliver exceptional dining experiences for residents.

You will oversee menu development, food quality, sanitation, budgeting and staff development, ensuring Sunrise standards are met across dining services. The role requires a culinary degree or certification, 3+ years as Chef or Kitchen Manager, and strong leadership, nutrition knowledge, and cost-control expertise.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or certification is required.
• Minimum 3 years as Chef or Kitchen Manager.
• 2+ years leadership and supervisory experience.
• Current Food Service Sanitation certification.
• Strong knowledge of nutrition and therapeutic diets.
• Budget management and cost control experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and technology systems.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings.
• Passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences for seniors.

Responsibilities

• Lead all food production, presentation and menu planning.
• Develop seasonal menus aligned with Sunrise and regulatory standards.
• Oversee purchasing, vendor relationships and cost control.
• Ensure proper portioning, quality, plating and service timing.
• Maintain HACCP standards and food safety compliance.
• Monitor sanitation logs, temperature records and kitchen procedures.
• Support special events, banquets and catering operations.
• Engage with residents to gather feedback and enhance dining experience.
• Manage departmental budgets, labor and financial performance.
• Recruit, train, coach and develop dining services team members.
• Partner with community leadership to support resident satisfaction goals.

Education

Culinary degree or certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Why Join Sunrise Senior Living

At Sunrise Senior Living, we believe meaningful work starts with purpose. Our team members are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of residents every day.

The Executive Chef leads all aspects of dining services operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, presentation and service for residents. This role oversees menu development, culinary execution, sanitation compliance and team leadership while managing budgets and food costs in alignment with Sunrise quality standards.

What You’ll Do

• Lead all food production, presentation and menu planning
• Develop seasonal menus aligned with Sunrise and regulatory standards
• Oversee purchasing, vendor relationships and cost control
• Ensure proper portioning, quality, plating and service timing
• Maintain HACCP standards and food safety compliance
• Monitor sanitation logs, temperature records and kitchen procedures
• Support special events, banquets and catering operations
• Engage with residents to gather feedback and enhance dining experience
• Manage departmental budgets, labor and financial performance
• Recruit, train, coach and develop dining services team members
• Partner with community leadership to support resident satisfaction goals

What We’re Looking For

• Culinary degree or certification required
• Minimum 3 years as Chef or Kitchen Manager
• 2+ years leadership and supervisory experience
• Current Food Service Sanitation certification
• Strong knowledge of nutrition and therapeutic diets
• Budget management and cost control experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and technology systems
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings
• Passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences for seniors

Executive Chef – Lead Culinary Teams That Delight Residents

Pay Range

55,328.00 - 73,840.00

Benefits and Compensation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Employee Assistant Program / Discount Program
• Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay
• myFlexPay offered to get paid within hours of a shift
• Tuition Reimbursement

In addition to base compensation, Sunrise may offer discretionary and/or non-discretionary bonuses. The eligibility to receive such a bonus will depend on the employee’s position, plan/program offered by Sunrise at the time, and required performance pursuant to the plan/program. Some benefits have eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sunrise Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

At Sunrise Senior Living, we are united by a mission to champion quality of life for all seniors, and we believe we shine brightest when we support one another and those we serve.