Executive Chef — Signature Dining Leader

Cedar Crest Village by Erickson Senior Living; Pompton Lakes (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Wellness programs

PTO for volunteers

401(k) with match

On-site medical centers

Education assistance & courses

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Cedar Crest Village by Erickson Senior Living in Pompton Plains, NJ, seeks an Executive Chef to lead a from-scratch dining program for residents. You will develop menus, inspire a culinary team, and ensure top food quality and presentation while managing costs.

Join a culture focused on diversity and growth, with competitive benefits and ongoing education opportunities. This role is on-site at a premier continuing care retirement community.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years Executive Chef experience.
• Fine dining experience a plus.
• Knowledge of ala carte and catering trends with focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls and food presentation
• Good knowledge of PC software and POS systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of food production, ensuring efficiency, quality, and consistency from purchasing and receiving to storage, preparation, and plate presentation—all within established budget guidelines
• Supervise and support all kitchen staff ensuring adherence to performance standards and kitchen operations
• Implement and maintain core menus, recipe management systems, and back-of-house (BOH) computer systems
• Ensure all kitchen equipment and areas meet sanitation standards, including responsibility for monthly internal sanitation audits
• Maintain compliance with all federal and state food safety regulations (e.g., Health Department, HACCP)
• Ensure consistently high standards for food quality and visual presentation
• Build strong relationships with residents through regular dining room visits and engagement meetings

Skills

Executive chef

Fine dining

Menu planning

Food cost controls

POS systems

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Cedar Crest Village by Erickson Senior Living in Pompton Plains, NJ, seeks an Executive Chef to lead a from-scratch dining program for residents. You will develop menus, inspire a culinary team, and ensure top food quality and presentation while managing costs.

Join a culture focused on diversity and growth, with competitive benefits and ongoing education opportunities. This role is on-site at a premier continuing care retirement community.