Executive Chef

When you work at The Virginian, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What's more, you are part of an extraordinary company - one that's investing in the future of senior living by investing in you. Don't just do a job. Be part of an extraordinary life!

The Virginian is seeking an experienced Executive Chef. This position will oversee all food production activities, as well as assist in the leading of operations for the food venue options for the entire community. This position is key in ensuring an exceptional dining experience for our residents, visitors, and guests. This position will be report to the Director of Food and Beverage and collaborate closely with the Virginian Leadership team. This position is responsible for the overall coordination of food preparation, cooking and baking activities, dietary standards, the quality and nutritional value of foods prepared, and maintaining a positive, courteous work environment for staff and residents. Supervising, mentoring, and strong leadership skills are needed to be successful in this role. The right candidate must be a people person, love the art of cooking, and have a passion for working with Seniors!

Qualifications:

1.A minimum of five years' experience as an sous chef or cook in senior living community, or within a hotel, fine dining restaurant, country club, or other similar institution.

2.A good understanding of food ordering with knowledge of how to follow and adapt to an evolving food budget is key.

3.A good understanding of labor planning and basic scheduling is key

4.Experience with leading and managing a team and knowledge/experience in teaching policies and procedures

5.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, solid mathematical background and an understanding of measurements and conversions.

6.Post-Secondary Courses in Restaurant Management Nutrition or related field. Degree or Certificate from a culinary institute preferred.

7.ServSafe Certified (preferred)

Experience:

• Sous Chef or Executive Chef for 5 years (Required)
• Manager or supervisor experience: 5 years (Required)
• Food Prep and Cooking experience: 5 years (Required)

Work setting:

• Industrial kitchen

• Casual dining restaurant

• Fine dining restaurant

• Bistro/Café restaurant

Shift:

• 8 hour shift

• Day shift

• Evening shift

• Rotating Weekends

HOSPITALITY FOCUS:

The Virginian fully embraces a culture of hospitality. To that end, we include the following hospitality promises as a guide for our interpersonal interactions with residents, co-workers, and guests:

• We greet residents, employees and guests warmly, by name and with a smile.

• We treat everyone with courteous respect.

• We strive to anticipate resident, employee and guest needs and act accordingly.

• We listen and respond enthusiastically in a timely manner.

• We hold ourselves and one another accountable.

• We embrace and value our differences.

• We make residents, employees and guests feel important.

• We ask "Is there anything else I can do for you?"

Compensation: $80,000-$100,000 annually

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• 401(k) matching

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance

• Paid time off

• Referral program

• Retirement plan

• Vision insurance

Job Type: Full-time

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