Executive Chef

Position Title: Executive Chef Salary: $75,000-$80,000 yearly Schedule: Varied- No late nights Who we are: When you work at Dallas Retirement Village , you’ll notice that it’s more than a typical senior living community. It’s a uniquely uplifting community where active older adults enjoy vibrant living, rewarding opportunities, exceptional hospitality, and great friendships. This retirement community is conveniently located in the warm and welcoming town of Dallas, Oregon. You’ll appreciate the beauty of our 30-acre campus. By design, the natural architecture blends seamlessly with the landscape of the surrounding Mid-Willamette Valley. You won't find our unique combination of an all-inclusive lifestyle, superior hospitality, and beautiful location anywhere else. We are currently seeking an experienced Executive Chef to work in our fine dining space. If you’re looking for a different perspective on culinary and senior living come join us today You will enjoy: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance and Flexible Spending Accounts Now Offering Every Day Pay PTO and eight paid holidays Day Care/Child Care Life and disability insurance 403(b) with company match Scholarship Program Tuition Reimbursement Program Your personal and professional growth is important to us, so we provide continual professional training and career advancement opportunities. You will enjoy being part of a great team in a fun, engaging work environment Who you are: Ability to understand and follow instructions in English, communicate effectively and perform simple arithmetic. Ability to understand measurements and conversions. Excellent communication and team leadership skills, focusing on problem-solving and mentoring to achieve department goals. Associates or Bachelors degree in culinary arts preferred. Culinary degree preferred. Minimum of three years’ experience as a Chef/Kitchen Manager in restaurant/senior living or equivalent environment. Ability to plan and organize work to interpret instructions, recipes, specifications, and standards. Knowledge of kitchen equipment operations and maintenance. Some knowledge of nutrition and diet. Health Care experience desirable. General Summary: This position is responsible for full-scope, hands on production cooking in the Community Culinary Services Department. You are responsible for always maintaining a superior level of quality service and cleanliness. The Executive Chef is also responsible for the daily operations of the kitchens along with the Sous Chef that reports directly to the Executive Chef. The Executive Chef ensures the hiring, scheduling, training, development, and discipline is adhered to along with the Sous Chef’s assistance for the back of house. Essential Job Duties: Always exemplify Community standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and operational organization. Responsible for adhering to food quality, appearance, and presentation standards at all times. Supervision of employees in the kitchen along with the partnership of the Director of Culinary. Produce and serve menu cycle programs that are compliant with required Nutritional/Dietary criteria as required by local regulations and correctly prepare diets provided per Policy and Procedure. Exhibit cooking standards of speed, accuracy, and efficiency. Demonstrate knowledge in all areas of cooking preparation and production. Assist with serving of meals and ware washing as necessary. Visit residents periodically to evaluate food service such as quality, quantity, temperature, and appearance; and conduct evaluations to make revisions in operations / procedures to promote improved food service. Represent the community in a warm and inviting manner, which creates a positive marketing environment. Supports creating a culture where the business decisions made in this position, along with individual employee engagement, drive top-line revenue and occupancy.