Executive Chef | Senior Living

Posted 2 days ago

american baptist homes of midwestAlbert Lea (MN)

Chefs and Head Cooks Full-Service Restaurants

SENIORITY

Senior

SALARY

$56,000 to $65,000 per year

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About the role

Executive Chef Senior LivingJoin our team as an Executive Chef at Thorne Crest Senior Living Community in Albert Lea, MN. Pay is $56,000 to $65,000 per year, with credit given for verified experience, plus holiday pay. This is a full-time leadership opportunity where you'll oversee culinary operations and create exceptional dining experiences that enhance the lives of our residents.

What You'll Do:

Lead daily culinary operations and maintain compliance with food service regulations
Plan menus, manage food ordering, and coordinate meals for special events
Promote high-quality, from-scratch cooking using fresh, flavorful ingredients
Establish and maintain recipe standards, portion control, and food presentation
Monitor meal quality to ensure resident preferences and dietary needs are met
Conduct daily rounds to support staff performance, safety, and sanitation standards
Communicate and collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth operations
Build relationships with residents and gather feedback to continually improve dining services
Maintain clean, safe, and sanitary food preparation and storage areas
Assist with department planning, budgeting, and operational goals
Train, mentor, and motivate culinary team members
Participate in ongoing professional development

What You'll Need

Required:

Certified Food Protection Manager certification, or ability to obtain within 2 months of hire
Associate's or bachelor's degree in culinary arts, or equivalent combination of training and experience
Minimum of 2 years of experience as a chef
Must be at least 21 years of age

Preferred: Previous leadership experience in a senior living, healthcare, or hospitality environment Experience managing kitchen operations, budgets, and staff development

Pay And Benefits:

$56,000 to $65,000 per year, with credit given for verified experience
Holiday pay
Medical, dental, and vision insurance403(b) with discretionary employer match
Life and AD&D insurance
Short- and long-term disability
Accident and critical illness insurance
Employee Assistance Program
ScheduleFull-time position with rotating weekends and holidays.

Next Steps: Apply today. We aim to respond to every applicant within 48 hours. To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position's essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

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