Executive Chef

Overview

Oversee senior living dining program, manage kitchen staff, budgets, menus, and resident meals.

Key Responsibilities

• menu planning
• inventory control
• food costing
• quality audits
• sanitation inspection
• budget monitoring

Tasks

-Bending or kneeling to perform cleaning tasks in the kitchen and dining room areas -Participate as instructed in the sales process of potential residents. -Adhere to and carry out all MBK policies and procedures. -Assist in menu planning to assure residents nutritional needs and satisfaction. -Personally, talk to the residents at their tables (table touches) during each meal while on duty.(other times delegated personnel should be doing table touches) -Observes staffs engaged in preparing, portioning, and garnishing foods to ensure that methods of cooking and garnishing and sizes of portions are as recommended. -Report any incidents/accidents to the supervisor immediately -Preparing and monitoring cleaning schedule in the kitchen to assure that the department meets MBK standards. -Selects, schedules, and conducts orientation and in-service educational programs for kitchen and front of house personnel. -Control food cost and food waste while maintaining high quality food to the satisfaction of the residents. -Conducts regular Quality Assurance Audits(frequency as set by the dining services manual) -Establish and maintain constructive working relationships with coworkers, residents, families and visitors. -Assisting in preparation of meals, covering cooks/chefs days off/vacation. -Prepare shift scheduling for kitchen and front of house staffs -Orders food and chemical supplies for the kitchen; receives and validates all food deliveries against order form. -Make daily inspections of workstations and practices to ensure that sanitation guidelines are being followed. -Maintain records (applicable) and communicate to the team when there is a change in a resident’s diet requirements -Maintain accurate records of coaching and disciplinary actions. -Plans menus and menu cycles according to cultural and regional food preferences, and resident dietary guidelines. -Promote teamwork in providing services to residents. -Executing exceptional signature programs in dining, fitness, wellness, and care -Take food inventory at least once per month or as instructed and ensure Inventory Control (where relevant) -Order raw food and supplies within budgetary guidelines maintaining quality, consistency and variety. -Monitors the quality and consistency of the food to include food temperatures, portion control, palatability and attractiveness of food, and implements changes to ensure quality according to established standards. -Adjusts recipes to appropriate yield. -Monitors monthly expenditures to include explanation of significant variances to ensure compliance with budget. -Works with the Executive Director to plan and oversee the activities of the community dining services and initiate action plans where necessary. -Coordinate menus for activity and marketing functions by consulting with relevant departments. -Manage and control monthly spend downs to match with the allocated budget. -May need to assist in the moving of residents in emergency situations -Oversee and practice safe and sanitary food handling and loss prevention procedures. -Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information pertaining to residents, facility operations and personnel. -Cooks, carves meats, and prepares dishes.

Requirements

• servsafe
• microsoft office
• culinary degree
• budget management
• leadership
• 5 years

What You Bring

-Knowledge of how to manage a budget and complete a par inventory, and ordering procedures. -Ability to handle multiple priorities and work in a fast paced environment. -Ability to lift/carry up to 50lbs., push and pull carts as necessary -ServSafe Food Safety Manager Certified or be willing to complete the Course within 60 days of joining -Must be able to tolerate extended periods of walking and standing, -Must be able to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant, and to remain calm during stressful or emergency situations -Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English -Ability to understand and administer all policies and procedures -Hands on cooking is a requirement as part of this job (this is not an office job) -Proficient organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines. -High School diploma or GED preferred (Culinary or Hospitality degree preferred). -Must be able to push, pull, squat, bend, reach and stretch without distress -Must be able to deal tactfully and professionally at all times with personnel, residents, family members, and guests -Strong supervisory, leadership, management and coaching skills -Minimum 5 years of management experience in a food service environment (commercial cooking), preferably in a senior living environment. -Able to perform the physical requirements of the job -Background clearances (as required by government regulations) is mandatory. -Ability to deal effectively with employees and residents during conflicts or stressful situations -Must be mobile and able to move intermittently throughout the work day and throughout the community -Flexibility to work weekend, evening work required, if needed to ensure shift coverage and for quality checks -Must be able to explain and communicate information to a wide audience and at different levels of understanding, both in writing and verbally -Proficient computer skills to include; various computer programs, Microsoft Office programs, e-mail and the Internet.

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Benefits

-Professional development, training, and personal coaching through our Mentor, Buddy, and Executive -A fun-filled, energetic environment that's centered in hospitality and high-quality service -Competitive salaries -Team Member discounts -Heated/Air-conditioned, well-lit facility with minimal barriers -Financial and legal services -Childcare and eldercare assistance -A supportive community team that encourages personal and professional growth and celebrates your -Health and Wellness resources -Flexible spending accounts -Weekend work expected (as required) -Education loan assistance & scholarships -Rich benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and 401k matching up to 4%

About Mbk Senior Living

-A leader in senior living solutions, specializing in assisted living and memory care services. -Founded with a mission to improve the quality of life for seniors, [omitted] has grown to operate numerous communities across multiple states. -Emphasizing personalized care, focusing on the well-being of each resident with tailored care plans. -Financially robust, [omitted] has consistently expanded its reach, managing a wide portfolio of senior housing properties. -Typical projects include developing new senior living communities, enhancing existing facilities, and creating specialized care environments. -Committed to creating safe, comfortable, and engaging living spaces for older adults.

Sector Specialisms

Security Clearance

-background clearances (as required by government regulations) are mandatory.