Executive Chef - Upscale Senior Living

EXECUTIVE CHEF – Luxury Senior Living

As an Executive Chef, you will spearhead and elevate culinary experiences. You will lead a talented team of culinary professionals, drive innovation, and set new standards for excellence in senior living dining.

• Inspire Change: Lead a transformative culinary vision that revitalizes our dining services, aligning with our commitment to excellence, innovation, and our REAL Food mission. Drive change and inspire your team to achieve new heights.
• Menu Development: Innovate and curate diverse, seasonal, and nutritious menus that not only cater to the tastes and dietary needs of our residents but also set new benchmarks in senior living dining.
• Quality Assurance: Implement rigorous quality control measures to ensure the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and service are consistently met, turning our dining experience into a benchmark of excellence.
• Team Building: Recruit, train, and mentor a passionate culinary team dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Resident Satisfaction: Cultivate a culture of feedback and collaboration with residents and community leadership to continuously improve and elevate their dining experience, ensuring their voices drive our culinary evolution.
• Operational Excellence: Oversee kitchen operations with a keen eye for efficiency and innovation. Manage budgets effectively while maintaining compliance with health and safety regulations, ensuring a seamless and superior dining operation.
• Community Involvement: Elevate our culinary reputation through community events, cooking demonstrations, and partnerships with local farms and vendors. Showcase our commitment to excellence and community engagement.

Qualifications:

• Five (5) plus years of proven experience as an Executive Chef or similar leadership role in a high-end senior living community.
• Passion for culinary innovation and a commitment to excellence.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Exceptional culinary skills with a focus on nutrition and presentation.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be willing to work hands-on with a large staff.

What’s in it for you

As part of our team, the ideal candidate will gain access to supportive and smart partners, first-class learning and engagement technologies, exceptional employee wellness and medical benefits, and much more!

Our Benefits:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision with several plans to choose from
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Health and wellness programs
• Professional development opportunities

Wage range: $90,000 - $95,000/DOE annually plus 5% bonus potential

Who we are

Founded in 1986, Thomas Cuisine is an award-winning, privately held contract food service company. We advocate the healing power of whole foods and believe in preparing scratch-made cuisine fresh each day. Every Thomas Cuisine team member is an ambassador, carrying out our mission, reflecting our values, and building relationships while "doing the right thing".

Our commitment to you

At Thomas Cuisine, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and where every individual feels a sense of belonging. We know that this commitment is an ongoing journey, and we will strive to improve and adapt as we grow. Our DEIB commitment is not just a statement but a living part of our company culture.

REAL Food | Genuine Service | Enduring Relationships

Essential Physical Requirements

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be achieved by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions & responsibilities.

• Ability to walk or stand for extended periods during shifts.

• Use of hands for handling, equipment operation, and food preparation.

• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds frequently.

• Regular exposure to heat, cold, humidity, and kitchen equipment.

• Requires visual acuity for food presentation and safety; ability to smell and taste food items.

• May require bending, stooping, or climbing during kitchen activities.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions & responsibilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to flames, fumes, or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet & or humid conditions, extreme cold, extreme hear & vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.