Executive Chef

Monarch Communities • Melville, NY

9d • $36 - $38

About The Position

The Executive Chef is responsible for the successful day-to-day operations of the culinary services department. The role ensures resident satisfaction by providing a variety of nutritious, well-plated food options. The Executive Chef oversees meal production, department associates, food safety practices, and budget adherence. The position requires working at least one weekend day and schedule flexibility based on the needs of the culinary department.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in culinary arts, hospitality, nutrition, or business.
• At least two years of culinary services administration experience; senior living experience is preferred.
• ServSafe certification required.
• Training and experience in cost control, food management, and diet therapy.
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, and Excel), and ability to learn new applications.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of the role, including lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds while using proper body mechanics.

Nice To Haves

• Culinary services administration experience in senior living.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, delegate, and direct all aspects of the culinary services department.
• Oversee production of all meals while maintaining high quality, excellent service practices, and superior customer service.
• Hire, train, and mentor culinary services department associates.
• Ensure HACCP protocols are followed and document practices to support safe food handling.
• Adhere to budgets.
• Work at least one weekend day and maintain schedule flexibility to meet culinary department needs.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Commuter/parking flexible spending account.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Resident referral bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager