Kitchen Manager/ Executive Chef

The Lodge at Historic Lewes • Lewes, DE

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Lodge at Historic Lewes is looking for an experienced Kitchen Manager/Executive Chef to help lead our Culinary Services team. In this role, you won't just prepare great food — you'll help create meaningful, memorable dining experiences for the residents who call our community home. If you love mentoring a team, take pride in quality and consistency, and enjoy connecting with the people you serve, we'd love to meet you.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Food Services Sanitation Certificate
• At least 1 year of relevant experience, including food preparation, full-line menus, and therapeutic diets
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to speak the primary language of residents
• Ability to read and follow safety guidelines, operating instructions, and procedure manuals
• Sound judgment and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• A genuine interest in working with and serving a senior population
• A warm, courteous, and friendly approach with residents, guests, and staff
• Flexibility to work varying hours as needed
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Nice To Haves

• Culinary apprenticeship or training preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead the culinary department — setting expectations around cleanliness, training staff on food preparation, and keeping the kitchen organized and running smoothly
• Hire, onboard, and train new kitchen team members
• Step in to lead the department and support the team in the absence of the Culinary Services Director
• Plan and prepare specials and events that enhance the resident dining experience
• Prepare food using established recipes, with an eye for timeliness, quality, and consistency
• Partner on department goals and drive ongoing quality improvements
• Determine food and supply needs and coordinate production with meal service times
• Maintain food safety documentation, including temperature logs and cleaning schedules
• Uphold food safety, taste, and quality standards at all times
• Ensure proper preparation, portioning, and plating according to menu cycles and recipes
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and health compliance
• Practice safety and loss prevention procedures, including proper food storage and label/date checks
• Oversee food ordering and inventory
• Manage daily kitchen line setup and organization
• Get to know residents during mealtimes and check in on their satisfaction
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits (available day one of your first full month of employment)
• Generous PTO package
• Birthday as a paid holiday
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee assistance program

What This Job Offers

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