Executive Chef

Oversees daily operations of the kitchen and ensures the highest quality food products.

Directly supervises and trains kitchen personnel on all related culinary activities.Oversees breakfast, lunch and dinner for quality assurance of meal presentation and portion control.Selects recipes, prepares and coordinates all meals.

Coordinates prep for the following days menu.Creates new dishes and develops recipes, standardizing recipes to ensure consistent quality.

Establishes presentation technique and quality standards.

Plans, modifies and develops menus.Performs a pre-meal meeting with food servers to review detail of daily menu.Ensures an adequate number of culinary associates each shift and ensures absences are covered.Estimates food consumption and requisitions food purchases.

Monitors and maintains inventory.Assists in the adherence to maintaining budget compliance for daily food costs.Assists in applying appropriate loss prevention procedures.Assists in hiring, training, scheduling, disciplining and terminating associates.

Provides training for all kitchen staff.Assists in the coordination and execution of special events.Maintains kitchen cleanliness and food preparation according to state and local health department code requirements.

Ensures all kitchen equipment is in working order and kept clean at all times.

Oversees the proper inventory, storage and use of cleaning chemicals.

Keeps waste to a minimum by utilizing food storage and food recycling techniques.This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position.

It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities.

An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.#ZR-CTDo you love the creativity of being a Chef but hate the late nights and hectic weekends? With thousands of recipes to choose from, and the ability to add your own, Brookdale is the place for you.

Quality is what we pride ourselves on and listening to our residents in the development of our menus is key.

If you are passionate about leading a team, have high expectations when it comes to sanitation and food safety and would enjoy making a positive impact on the lives of seniors then this is an opportunity you dont want to miss.

Apply with us today to experience the uniqueness of senior living dining.Make Lives Better Including Your Own.If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! Youll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness.Full Time Benefits EligibilityMedical, Dental, Vision insurance401(k)Associate assistance programEmployee discountsReferral programEarly access to earned wagesOptional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurancePaid Time OffPaid holidaysCompany provided life insuranceAdoption benefitDisability (short and long...