Hands-On Chef Manager, Senior Living Dining Leader

Integrated-Real-Estate-Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 56,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid Holidays

ZayZoon access

Paid Time Off after 90 days

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance & Disability

Education assistance

Referral bonuses

Rent discounts

Job summary

Integrated Real Estate Group is seeking a Chef Manager at Watercrest at Kingwood Garden Village. This hands-on leadership role combines cooking with managing daily kitchen operations to deliver high-quality meals for residents.

The ideal candidate has a strong culinary background, 3–5+ years in kitchen leadership, and ServSafe or equivalent food safety certification. The role emphasizes team guidance and a consistent dining experience.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience in kitchen operations, culinary leadership, or hospitality.
• Experience as Sous Chef, Kitchen Manager, Chef Manager, or similar role preferred.
• Strong understanding of food preparation, kitchen workflow, and safety standards.
• Comfortable working hands-on in the kitchen daily while leading and supporting a team.
• ServSafe certification or similar food safety certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations and meal service execution.
• Prepare and cook meals alongside the team per menu standards and dietary needs.
• Supervise kitchen staff, ensuring quality, consistency, and efficiency.
• Maintain high standards for food quality, presentation, and service.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and basic food cost control.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards.
• Support scheduling and day-to-day team coordination.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment.
• Assist with special events and community functions.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team leadership

Hands-on cooking

Food safety

ServSafe

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Integrated Real Estate Group is seeking a Chef Manager at Watercrest at Kingwood Garden Village. This hands-on leadership role combines cooking with managing daily kitchen operations to deliver high-quality meals for residents.

The ideal candidate has a strong culinary background, 3–5+ years in kitchen leadership, and ServSafe or equivalent food safety certification. The role emphasizes team guidance and a consistent dining experience.