Job Summary We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Executive Chef/CDM to lead our culinary team and elevate the dining experience. We serve the elderly and are passionate about enriching lives through food. In this vital role, you will oversee all aspects of food preparation, kitchen management, and service operations, ensuring excellence in quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. Your leadership will inspire creativity, foster teamwork, and uphold the highest standards of food safety and sanitation. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned culinary professional eager to make a significant impact in a vibrant hospitality environment. Duties Lead and supervise culinary staff, including cooks, sous chefs, and kitchen assistants, ensuring efficient team management and high morale. Oversee food preparation, cooking, and presentation to meet or exceed quality standards aligned with fine dining expectations. Develop innovative menus that reflect current trends while maintaining cost control and inventory management. Manage all aspects of food safety sanitizing procedures, ensuring compliance with health regulations and sanitation standards. Coordinate catering events and banquet services, ensuring seamless execution from setup to service. Monitor inventory levels, control food costs, and oversee procurement processes to optimize food management and minimize waste. Implement kitchen policies related to food handling, safety procedures, shift management, and overall kitchen operations to maintain a safe working environment. Qualifications Proven experience in food production within a high-volume or fine dining environment with banquet and catering experience preferred. Strong supervisory background with demonstrated success managing culinary teams in fast-paced settings. Extensive knowledge of dietary department practices, food safety regulations, sanitizing procedures, and kitchen management. Skilled in menu planning, food preparation techniques, inventory control, and cost management within the food industry. Exceptional leadership abilities with experience managing shifts and coordinating multiple departments such as catering and restaurant service. Hands-on experience in restaurant management or hospitality roles emphasizing food service management and team leadership. Excellent communication skills coupled with a passion for culinary excellence and customer satisfaction. Join us as an Executive Chef/CDM to lead our culinary vision forward! Bring your expertise in food handling, kitchen operations, and team supervision to create memorable dining experiences that delight every guest while fostering a vibrant work environment built on professionalism and innovation.

Pay:

$62,400.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person