Lead Chef - Orchard Heights

Hamister Group • Orchard Park, NY

17h

About The Position

Orchard Heights Senior Living is seeking a passionate and experienced Lead Chef to oversee and elevate the culinary experience for our residents across Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Independent Living.
This supervisory role for is for a culinary professional who believes food should be flavorful, beautifully presented, and thoughtfully prepared. If you take pride in quality, consistency, and leading a strong team — we’d love to meet you!

Requirements

• 3–5+ years of culinary experience (culinary supervisory or managerial experience in healthcare or senior living preferred)
• Strong knowledge of scratch cooking and menu development
• Experience with special diets (low sodium, diabetic, mechanical soft, puree, etc.)
• ServSafe Certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong organizational and team leadership skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, hospitality-focused environment
• Ability to work alternating weekends and holidays

Nice To Haves

• culinary supervisory or managerial experience in healthcare or senior living preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead daily culinary operations
• Help plan, develop, and execute seasonal menus
• Ensure meals meet dietary guidelines, physician orders, and special dietary needs
• Oversee food preparation, presentation, and quality standards
• Help manage inventory and ordering
• Maintain strict compliance with NYS DOH regulations and food safety standards
• Supervise, coach, and mentor culinary team members
• Collaborate with Recreation and Leadership to support themed events and special celebrations
• Create a warm, restaurant-style dining experience our residents look forward to daily

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• PTO & Paid Holidays
• Health Plans to choose from
• Supportive leadership environment
• The chance to make a daily impact in the lives of others

What This Job Offers

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