Executive Chef

Atria Senior Living • SC-Columbia, SC

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About The Position

The Executive Chef is responsible for the day-to-day operations and staffing of the kitchen and dining venue in an Atria Senior Living community. The role promotes hospitality, responds to residents’ tastes and suggestions, and may serve as manager on duty as needed.

The Executive Chef manages Culinary Services budgets, purchasing, inventory, food safety, documentation, staff development, and customer satisfaction. The position also works with community leadership, residents, families, vendors, and front- and back-of-house teams to maintain high service and quality standards. It supports community marketing and helps plan and execute events, banquets, and theme meals.

Requirements

• Five or more years of culinary experience in the hospitality industry.
• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Strong organization and time-management skills.
• Ability to resolve problems involving dissatisfied customers and/or employees.
• Food handler’s permit as required by state law and/or company standards.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• May need to drive, using a company-provided or personal vehicle.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must meet and comply with company motor vehicle policy standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations and staffing of the kitchen and dining venue.
• Promote a culture of hospitality and ensure residents’ tastes are accommodated and suggestions implemented.
• Act as manager on duty as required.
• Interview, hire, train, develop, and performance-manage assigned staff, including scheduling work hours, breaks, and meal periods.
• Maintain monthly and annual Culinary Services budgets and document monthly spending on food, supplies, and labor.
• Maintain appropriate inventory of kitchen supplies, small wares, and table ware.
• Maintain purchasing standards, use appropriate vendors, and build positive vendor relationships.
• Ensure food is prepared, stored, and served according to company standards and legal requirements.
• Meet with residents and family members to maintain high satisfaction levels.
• Help staff understand how to provide high levels of customer service.
• Coordinate front-of-house and back-of-house teams to deliver food that exceeds resident and guest expectations.
• Work with community leadership and front-line staff to maintain customer satisfaction and health survey scores at or above designated levels.
• Maintain and submit timely, accurate budget and other reports and invoices.
• Maintain employee satisfaction and engagement scores at or above company standards.
• Delegate tasks to maintain kitchen and dining areas at high levels of cleanliness and quality.
• Conduct and participate in department meetings, in-services, and pre-meal stand-ups.
• Ensure staff properly use and maintain equipment to prevent injury, damage, and costly repairs.
• Assist with planning, preparation, and execution of Engage Life events, special events, banquets, and theme meals.
• Work with the Community Sales team and community staff to market the community.
• Ensure kitchen and restaurant staff understand company expectations and first-impression requirements.
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned.

Benefits

• Paid holidays and PTO.
• Annual anniversary rewards may be available to community employees depending on classification and location.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with employer 401(k) match.
• Tuition reimbursement for U.S.-based communities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED