Executive Chef
About The Position
At Friendly Senior Living, dining is one of the most important parts of a resident’s day. We’re looking for an Executive Chef who shares our commitment to hospitality, quality, and creating meaningful experiences. In this role, you’ll lead a talented culinary team, influence the dining experience across our community, and help create the welcoming environment that residents and families have come to expect. If you’re passionate about developing people, delivering exceptional food, and making a lasting impact, we’d love to meet you. At Friendly Senior Living, you’ll have the opportunity to combine culinary excellence with purpose. As Executive Chef, you will play a key role in creating memorable dining experiences while leading and developing a team dedicated to hospitality and service. You’ll collaborate with residents, families, and leadership to continuously enhance the dining experience and ensure every meal reflects our commitment to quality and care. This is an opportunity to lead, innovate, and make a meaningful impact within a community that values excellence, compassion, and teamwork.
Requirements
- Previous experience as an Executive Chef, Culinary Director, Chef Manager, or similar culinary leadership role
- Demonstrated success leading and developing culinary teams
- Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards
- Experience managing budgets, food costs, purchasing, and inventory
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, team members, and leadership
Nice To Haves
- Senior living, healthcare, hospitality, hotel, country club, or high-volume dining experience preferred
- Culinary degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage all culinary operations, including food preparation, production, and presentation
- Develop seasonal menus that balance resident preferences, nutrition, creativity, and quality
- Recruit, train, mentor, and develop culinary team members
- Foster a culture of hospitality, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and regulatory requirements
- Manage food, labor, and operating budgets while maintaining high-quality service standards
- Monitor inventory levels, purchasing practices, and vendor relationships
- Collaborate with residents and leadership to gather feedback and enhance dining services
- Oversee catering functions, special events, and community celebrations
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized kitchen environment
Benefits
- Market differentiated benefits and perquisites
- Growth and learning opportunities
- Inclusive work culture
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
Education Level
No Education Listed
