Executive Chef - Senior Living

Senior Star • Cincinnati, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At Senior Star, exceptional dining starts in the kitchen. We're seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead our culinary operations and deliver the high-quality dining experiences our residents expect and deserve. Reporting to the Food & Beverage Director, the Executive Chef is responsible for all kitchen operations, food production, menu execution, inventory management, purchasing, sanitation, and culinary team leadership. The ideal candidate brings a strong culinary background combined with expertise in senior living dining, including therapeutic diets, texture modifications, and creating exceptional dining experiences for residents with diverse nutritional needs.

Requirements

• Executive Chef, Sous Chef, or culinary leadership experience required.
• Senior living, healthcare, rehabilitation, or long-term care culinary leadership experience required.
• Strong knowledge of therapeutic diets, texture-modified diets, allergy accommodations, and resident-centered dining.
• Experience preparing and overseeing food production for Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Support, and higher-acuity resident populations.
• Proven ability to balance culinary excellence with nutritional and dietary requirements.
• Strong knowledge of food production, menu execution, inventory management, food safety, and kitchen operations.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop high-performing culinary teams.
• Passion for creating exceptional dining experiences that support resident satisfaction and quality of life.
• An "I've Got It" mindset with a commitment to quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

• Culinary degree or formal culinary training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead all back-of-house culinary operations for Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Support.
• Ensure meals are prepared, presented, and served according to Senior Star's Top in Class standards.
• Oversee food production, recipe execution, inventory, purchasing, and food cost management.
• Maintain exceptional food quality, consistency, and presentation across all dining venues.
• Support catering events, special celebrations, and resident experiences throughout the community.
• Coach, develop, and lead kitchen associates to achieve excellence in food preparation and execution.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards.
• Partner with the Food & Beverage Director to execute menus, seasonal offerings, and culinary initiatives.

What This Job Offers

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