Executive Chef

In the role of Executive Chef, you are responsible for the day-to-day operations and staffing for the kitchen and dining venue in the community. You drive a culture of hospitality and ensure that residents' tastes are indulged and their suggestions implemented. You act as a manager on duty as required. - Responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, developing, and performance managing assigned staff. This includes scheduling of hours, breaks, and meal periods. - Maintain monthly and annual budgets for the Culinary Services department, including producing written documentation of monthly spend on food, supplies, and labor. - Maintain the appropriate inventory of kitchen supplies, small wares, and table ware. - Responsible for ensuring that purchasing standards are maintained and that appropriate vendors are used at all times. Maintain strong and positive relationships with all vendors. - Ensure that all food is prepared, stored, and served according to Company standards and legal requirements. - Meet regularly with residents and family members to confirm that high satisfaction levels are maintained. - Work with staff to ensure that they have a clear understanding of how to provide high levels of customer service. - Confirm that the front of house and back of house staff work closely together to deliver a food product that exceeds the resident's and/or other guests' expectations. - Work with community leadership and front-line staff to obtain and maintain department customer satisfaction and department of health survey levels at or above designated scores. - Maintain timely and accurate documentation and submission of reports and invoices regarding budget and other responsibilities as required by the community and the Company. - Maintain employee satisfaction and engagement scores at or above the Company standard. - Delegate tasks to all staff so that the kitchen and dining areas are maintained at the highest levels of cleanliness and quality at all times. - Conduct and participate in department meetings, in-services, and pre-meal stand ups. - Ensure that all staff use and maintain equipment properly to avoid injury, damage, and costly repairs. - Assist in planning, preparation, and execution of Engage Life events, special events, banquets, and theme meals. - Work closely with the Community Sales team and community staff to market the community. - Ensure that the kitchen and restaurant staff understand Company expectations and first impression requirements. - Act as a manager on duty as required. - May perform other duties as needed and/or assigned. **Qualifications** - Five (5) or more years Culinary Experience in the hospitality industry. - High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED). - Strong organization and time management skills. - Able to resolve problems of dissatisfied customers and/or employees. - Food handlers permit as required by state law and/or Company standards. - Basic Computer skills - Microsoft word, Outlook, and Excel. - Position may require driving responsibilities (may use Company provided vehicle and/or personal vehicle). - Must possess valid driver's license. - Must satisfactorily meet and be in compliance with Company motor vehicle policy standards. [For additional information and to apply for open positions at Devonshire Estates, please click here.](rel=noopener noreferrer}

Created: 2025-10-23