Executive Chef

Vi Living•Lantana, FL

34d•Onsite

About The Position

A rare and enviable opportunity exists for a highly accomplished professional to direct all aspects of the daily kitchen food production and support special functions and outside catering events. The selected candidate is part of the community's management team and will have significant responsibility for ensuring a high-quality food product and welcoming atmosphere and presentation experience for Residents and guests.

Requirements

Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in quality Food & Beverage operations management in a high-end restaurant, club, hotel, or senior living company.
Working knowledge of budgets, reporting, training and staff management skills.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Current state health and sanitation certification.
Ability to supervise, hire, train and motivate staff.
Knowledge of basic nutrition and healthy cooking techniques.
A strong systems orientation with Microsoft office skills.
Effective communication and team-building skills.
Current CPR and First Aid certifications are required or must be willing and able to become CPR and First Aid certified.
Must possess a valid and current driver's license, where applicable.
Compliance with Florida’s Care Provider Background Screening process.

Nice To Haves

Previous oversight of multiple Food & Beverage venues.
Prior experience using a Point of Sale (POS) system.
Culinary Arts Degree.
Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) designation is a plus.
Ability to become CDM and Certified Executive Chef (CEC) is preferred.

Responsibilities

Direct all aspects of the daily kitchen food production.
Support special functions and outside catering events.
Ensure a high-quality food product and welcoming atmosphere and presentation experience for Residents and guests.