Executive Chef | Upscale Senior Living (Weekdays)

Transforming Age; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Dental

401(k) with immediate 4% match

Generous PTO

Job summary

The Parkwood, a Transforming Age community in Sioux Falls, SD, seeks an Executive Chef/Director of Culinary Services to lead residents' dining experiences Monday through Friday, with no late nights or weekends.

This hands-on kitchen leader will plan menus, oversee daily prep, manage staffing, budgets, and food safety, and mentor staff while ensuring upscale service and adherence to brand standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary degree preferred.
• At least five years as executive chef or chef in hotel, restaurant, club, or similar setting; senior living a plus.
• Ability to speak, read, and comprehend English.
• Menu planning, food preparation and production.
• Knowledge of food safety and health codes.
• Able to meet budgets and control costs.
• Capable of administering employee incentive, retention and training programs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products.

Responsibilities

• Plans, prepares, and executes evening meal service Monday through Friday for residents.
• Assists with prep and planning for daily continental breakfast offerings Monday through Friday.
• Develops and implements a comprehensive, upscale Culinary Services program to create and maintain a positive resident experience.
• Develops, monitors and maintains staffing and retention plans; provides leadership and training.
• Researches, plans, develops, produces and serves balanced menu cycles for residents and guests.
• Develops and meets established budgetary and financial guidelines.
• Ensures cleanliness, sanitation, and organized operations.
• Maintains staff, equipment, and procurement standards; engages approved vendors.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Menu planning

Food safety knowledge

English language

Budgeting

Staff training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Parkwood, a Transforming Age community in Sioux Falls, SD, seeks an Executive Chef/Director of Culinary Services to lead residents' dining experiences Monday through Friday, with no late nights or weekends.

This hands-on kitchen leader will plan menus, oversee daily prep, manage staffing, budgets, and food safety, and mentor staff while ensuring upscale service and adherence to brand standards.