Regional Executive Chef: Multi-Community Dining Leader

Edmonds Landing by Cogir; Edmonds (WA); Sur place; USD 110 000 - 150 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Cogir is seeking an Area Executive Chef to oversee culinary operations across multiple senior living communities. The role provides hands-on leadership, direct operational support, and full accountability for culinary performance in the Charlotte, North Carolina market.

Responsible for implementing standardized culinary programs, menu cycles, and ensuring alignment with brand standards and food quality. This role emphasizes visibility and operational engagement rather than remote advisory.

Responsabilités

• Provide regional oversight of culinary operations across assigned communities.
• Ensure consistent execution of menus, recipes, and presentation standards.
• Lead implementation of standardized culinary programs and seasonal menu cycles.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, taste, and presentation.
• Ensure all communities align with company culinary vision and brand standards.
• Conduct weekly on-site visits to each assigned community.
• Work directly alongside kitchen teams on day-to-day operations, production, service flow, plating and presentation.
• Provide real-time coaching and corrective action as needed.
• Identify operational gaps and implement immediate solutions.
• Maintain full ownership and accountability of PRD and menu execution across all communities.
• Monitor purchasing practices, inventory controls, waste reduction initiatives, and ensure consistent execution of menu cycles.
• Oversee all Food & Beverage programs including daily dining services, events and resident engagement initiatives.
• Drive efficiency through batch cooking, equipment utilization and workflow optimization.
• Train and mentor Chef Managers and culinary teams with weekly in-community engagement.
• Support onboarding and development of new culinary leaders and adoption of standardized recipes and cooking programs.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and HACCP documentation across communities.
• Monitor equipment usage, compliance, and performance; leverage data to improve outcomes.
• Maintain a strong, visible presence within each community and support hospitality-driven dining culture.
• Provide hands-on support during staffing shortages, transitions, and openings; assist with recruiting and labor planning.

Description du poste

Cogir is seeking an Area Executive Chef to oversee culinary operations across multiple senior living communities. The role provides hands-on leadership, direct operational support, and full accountability for culinary performance in the Charlotte, North Carolina market.

Responsible for implementing standardized culinary programs, menu cycles, and ensuring alignment with brand standards and food quality. This role emphasizes visibility and operational engagement rather than remote advisory.