Chef

Chef The Palms at

Sebring Location:

The Palms at Sebring -

Highlands County, Florida Facility Type:

Skilled Nursing Facility Position Summary The Palms at Sebring is seeking an experienced Chef to lead our culinary department. This role requires a professionally trained chef with a passion for scratch cooking, menu development, and high-quality presentation—someone who understands that food is a critical part of resident satisfaction and quality of life. This is not a line cook or dietary aide position . We are seeking a true Chef who can manage kitchen operations while elevating dining services in a healthcare environment. Key Responsibilities Design and execute chef-driven menus that meet resident preferences and nutritional requirements Prepare and oversee scratch and batch cooking , ensuring consistency and quality Manage kitchen staff including cooks, dietary aides, and utility staff Maintain compliance with Florida AHCA regulations , sanitation, and food safety standards Ensure all therapeutic diets are followed in coordination with the Dietitian and Nursing leadership Oversee food ordering, inventory control, cost management, and waste reduction Ensure excellent food presentation, flavor, temperature, and portion control Participate in resident council meetings and incorporate resident feedback Maintain kitchen cleanliness, logs, and temperature records Lead special events, holiday meals, and themed dining experiences Required Qualifications Minimum 3-5 years of professional chef experience Culinary school or formal culinary training strongly preferred Proven experience in menu creation and kitchen leadership Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP principles Ability to lead, train, and motivate kitchen staff Experience in healthcare, senior living, or hospitality preferred ServSafe Certification (or ability to obtain) What We're Looking For A real chef mentality — pride in food quality and presentation Creativity balanced with structure and compliance Strong leadership and accountability Someone who understands that food is part of resident care Why Join The Palms at Sebring Stable, well-established Skilled Nursing Facility Supportive leadership team Opportunity to elevate and rebuild culinary services Competitive pay based on experience Full-time position with growth potential