Executive Chef

Job Description

Description:

Job Summary:

Essential functions of the position:

Supervises the preparation and serving of Resident meals according to company standards. Upholds sanitation and quality standards.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Dishwasher/Kitchen

cooks

Salad Preparer

Hostess

Server (in absence of Hostess position)

Duties/Responsibilities:

Overseeing daily production and service for department and leading a team of cooks, waitstaff, dishwashers, & dining room supervisor.

Creatively planning menus that meet the wants and needs of the residents.

Ensuring department adheres to federal and local health and safety requirements and maintaining overall cleanliness of department and upkeep of equipment.

Oversees and completes daily ordering of products, daily weekly invoicing & monthly inventory.

Works with Administrator to maintain daily PPD, monthly cost analysis and yearly budgeting for department.

Hold quarterly meetings with residents to get production and service feedback.

Work closely with residents and/or family members to provide catered services.

Work closely with Marketing/Activities Department to plan and execute special events.

Work closely with all departments to better serve residents/resolve production or service issues.

HR related tasks which include onboarding, training, upholding company policies and procedures, staff evaluations, disciplinary procedures.

Provides positive support to the food service needs of other departments (e.g., Activities and Marketing). Requirements:

Required Skills/Abilities:

Ability to efficiently manage a high-volume commercial kitchen, including quality/cost control and staff.

Knowledge of dietetics and nutrition sufficient to serve the needs of aged Residents.

Ability to serve Residents professionally; listen to suggestions, make menu/service changes based on observations, resolve problems positively; recognizing the importance of meal service to Residents.

Must be able to follow and provide oral and written instructions in the predominant language of the facility.

Must have knowledge of Residents' Rights; respect and always enforce these rights.

Must have appropriate knowledge of Policies and Procedures of the company (including Personnel Policies); will always follow and enforce these policies.

Must have knowledge of, practice and enforce appropriate safety and injury prevention measures. Reports any incident/accident immediately, regardless of severity.

Must have knowledge of, practice and enforce applicable infection control techniques, especially those which effect meal preparation.

Must attend and provide relevant in-service education programs and other informational meetings.

Education and Experience:

Degree in Culinary Arts Preferred

Prior senior living experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to move throughout the kitchen and serving areas independently.

Ability to perform all food preparation, service and sanitation functions for demonstration purposes and assistance to staff as necessary.

Ability to smell and taste food to determine quality and palatability.

Reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) will be considered for any individual deemed disabled by the Act.

Full-time