Executive Chef I

Erickson Senior Living • Silver Spring, MD

12d • $80,000 - $90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Executive Chef leads culinary operations for a dynamic, multi-venue dining program serving more than 600 covers daily. This hands-on culinary leader inspires teamwork, creativity, accountability, and hospitality while ensuring exceptional food quality and service execution. The role oversees daily culinary operations, including à la minute and high-volume production, and maintains high standards for quality, consistency, presentation, and food safety. In partnership with the General Manager and Food & Beverage leadership, the Executive Chef drives menu execution and innovation, develops and mentors the culinary team, optimizes kitchen operations, and delivers an outstanding resident dining experience through strong leadership and operational excellence. The position is at Riderwood Village by Erickson Senior Living, a continuing care retirement community in Silver Spring, Maryland.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of Executive Chef experience.
• Knowledge of à la carte and catering trends, with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and food presentation.
• Good knowledge of PC software and POS systems, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

• Fine dining experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the culinary team, promoting excellence, accountability, and collaboration.
• Oversee daily culinary operations across multiple dining venues, ensuring exceptional quality, consistency, presentation, and food safety.
• Partner with Food & Beverage leadership to drive menu innovation, operational excellence, and an outstanding resident dining experience.
• Ensure compliance with Health Department, HACCP, and food safety standards while maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment.
• Manage food and labor costs through effective purchasing, inventory control, scheduling, and waste reduction.
• Maintain a visible presence in dining venues, build relationships with residents, and respond to feedback to continuously enhance the dining experience.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Wellness reimbursements, health coaching, and telemedicine.
• PTO and paid volunteer hours, subject to state regulations.
• 401(k) with a 3% company match for team members age 18 and over.
• On-site medical centers and health and well-being resources for team members and families.
• Education assistance and certification reimbursement.
• Access to more than 6,000 online courses.
• Growth opportunities as the organization expands.
• Flexibility and work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed