Regional Executive Chef

Towne Nursing Staff; Batsto (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Comprehensive benefits package

Meaningful impact on resident dining

Job summary

Live Well Healthcare Solutions seeks a Regional Executive Chef to lead culinary operations across multiple communities in PA, MD, and DE. The role focuses on food quality, regulatory compliance, and driving financial performance while supporting resident dining experiences.

The ideal candidate balances hands-on leadership with strategic oversight, mentoring Executive Chefs and culinary teams. Strong travel across the region and adherence to safety standards are essential.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience preferred.
• Experience in multi-unit culinary leadership.
• Experience in senior living, healthcare, hospitality, or high-volume food service strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and sanitation standards.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop teams across multiple locations.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with regional leadership.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel within the assigned territory.

Responsibilities

• Provide regional culinary oversight for multiple communities across PA, MD, and DE
• Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and service standards across all locations
• Support and mentor Executive Chefs, Dietary Managers, and culinary teams
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations (including sanitation, food safety, and dietary guidelines)
• Collaborate with operations and clinical teams to support resident satisfaction and nutritional needs
• Oversee menu implementation, recipe standardization, and portion control
• Monitor food costs, labor budgets, and inventory controls to meet financial targets
• Assist with onboarding, training, and performance development of culinary leadership
• Support openings, transitions, audits, and corrective action plans as needed
• Travel regularly throughout the assigned territory

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Travel availability

Team coaching

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Experience in multi-unit culinary leadership

Job description

Live Well Healthcare Solutions

takes personal pride in serving our communities with our Dietary, Housekeeping, and Laundry services, and the standards of excellence we maintain are reflective of that. At Live Well, we take pride in being here for our employees; whatever they need, whatever it takes. If you are looking for an exciting and challenging career opportunity in hospitality services for the healthcare industry, then Live Well Healthcare Solutions could be for you.

Regional Executive Chef Position

Live Well is seeking an experiencedRegional Executive Chefto provide culinary leadership and operational oversight across multiplePersonal Care, Assisted Living, and Independent Living communities. This role is responsible for driving food quality, regulatory compliance, financial performance, and team development while supporting a positive resident dining experience across the region.

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on leader with strong multi‑unit experience, a passion for senior living dining, and the ability to balance culinary excellence with operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide regional culinary oversight for multiple communities across PA, MD, and DE
• Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and service standards across all locations
• Support and mentor Executive Chefs, Dietary Managers, and culinary teams
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations (including sanitation, food safety, and dietary guidelines)
• Collaborate with operations and clinical teams to support resident satisfaction and nutritional needs
• Oversee menu implementation, recipe standardization, and portion control
• Monitor food costs, labor budgets, and inventory controls to meet financial targets
• Assist with onboarding, training, and performance development of culinary leadership
• Support openings, transitions, audits, and corrective action plans as needed
• Travel regularly throughout the assigned territory

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience preferred
• Experience in multi‑unit culinary leadership
• Experience in senior living, healthcare, hospitality, or high‑volume food service strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and sanitation standards
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop teams across multiple locations
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with regional leadership
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel within the assigned territory

Benefits

• Car allowance
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on resident experience across multiple communities

Candidates who successfully complete the interview process will be required to participate in an on‑site culinary demonstration. This will include a chef’s table presentation designed to showcase technical skill, creativity, and attention to detail.