Executive Chef
On-siteBühler, Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland or Buhler, Kansas, United States
Job Summary
Lead all culinary operations across Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community, developing menus that reflect resident preferences and nutritional needs while ensuring consistency in food quality and portion control. Oversee purchasing, vendor relationships, and inventory management to maintain cost efficiency, and ensure compliance with all federal, state, local, and CMS regulations. Recruit, hire, and mentor culinary team members, fostering a positive culture through performance evaluations and standardized training materials. Collaborate with Life Enrichment and other departments to create dining events and celebrate special occasions. Manage food and labor costs while supporting initiatives at Selah, Sunny's Cafe, and catering events. Requires ServSafe certification, budget management experience, and ability to work flexible schedules including evenings and weekends.
Required Qualifications
- Three or more years of progressive culinary leadership experience, hospitality, or multi-unit food service.
- ServSafe Manager Certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).
- Strong understanding of food safety regulations, sanitation standards, and dietary requirements.
- Experience managing budgets, purchasing, labor, and food costs.
- Excellent leadership, coaching, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to bend, reach, push, pull, and work in both hot and cold kitchen environments.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings, weekends, and special events.
Desired Qualifications
- Proficiency with Google Suite and food service management software preferred.
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