Executive Chef: Upscale Dining & Menu Innovation

CorsoCare Pharmacy; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSail Investment Group in East Lansing, MI seeks an Executive Chef to lead the culinary team, oversee menu development, and ensure top-tier dining experiences for residents and guests. You will manage food costs, safety standards, and kitchen operations while mentoring Sous Chefs and Lead Cooks.

Ideal candidates bring a culinary degree, 4+ years of culinary management, and proven leadership in upscale dining, with strong organizational skills and proficiency in MS Office for planning and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or related culinary degree.
• Certified Executive Chef preferred.
• Minimum four years of industry and culinary management experience.
• Upscale dining experience required.
• Demonstrated leadership, customer service and organization skills.
• Experience in menu development and pricing.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Culinary labor, food and small ware financial management experience.

Responsibilities

• Achieve 100% resident satisfaction through plate presentation and taste.
• 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.
• Directly responsible for food control, labor costs, menu engineering and recipe standardization.
• Ensure proper equipment operation and safety/sanitation policies.
• Oversee catering events and demonstrate culinary techniques.
• Maintain a positive team environment and promote public relations.
• Function as Manager on Duty with site leadership.

Skills

Culinary management

Menu development

Leadership

Upscale dining

Microsoft Office

Time management

Education

Culinary degree

Executive Chef certification

Job description

CommonSail Investment Group in East Lansing, MI seeks an Executive Chef to lead the culinary team, oversee menu development, and ensure top-tier dining experiences for residents and guests. You will manage food costs, safety standards, and kitchen operations while mentoring Sous Chefs and Lead Cooks.

Ideal candidates bring a culinary degree, 4+ years of culinary management, and proven leadership in upscale dining, with strong organizational skills and proficiency in MS Office for planning and