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Cardinal Senior Living LLC

Executive Chef

Kentwood, MI · On-site

$65K - $90K/yr

Walnut Ridge Assisted Living & Memory Care is hiring an Executive Chef! Walnut Ridge Assisted Living & Memory Care is a Cardinal Senior Living community located at 4352 Breton Rd. SE, Kentwood, MI ...

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Leisure Living

Chef Manager

Owosso, MI · On-site

Chef Manager Oliver Woods Assisted Living POSITION SUMMARY Responsible for managing overall community dining operations and experience, as well as leading by example with regard to customer service ...

Leisure Living

Chef Manager

Owosso, MI

Chef Manager Oliver Woods Assisted Living POSITION SUMMARY Responsible for managing overall community dining operations and experience, as well as leading by example with regard to customer service ...

Otterbein SeniorLife

Sous Chef

Jackson, MI · On-site

$45K - $61K/yr

Overview The Sous Chef position is responsible for helping Otterbein manage the overall dining ... We offer different lifestyle options for seniors through independent living, assisted living ...

Otterbein SeniorLife

Sous Chef

Jackson, MI

$45K - $61K/yr

Overview The Sous Chef position is responsible for helping Otterbein manage the overall dining ... We offer different lifestyle options for seniors through independent living, assisted living ...

Otterbein Senior Life

Sous Chef

Jackson, MI

$45K - $61K/yr

Overview The Sous Chef position is responsible for helping Otterbein manage the overall dining ... We offer different lifestyle options for seniors through independent living, assisted living ...

Otterbein SeniorLife

Sous Chef

Jackson, MI · On-site

$45K - $61K/yr

Overview The Sous Chef position is responsible for helping Otterbein manage the overall dining ... We offer different lifestyle options for seniors through independent living, assisted living ...

StoryPoint

Sous Chef

Macomb, MI

$46K - $62K/yr

Sous Chef StoryPoint of Macomb As a Sous Chef, you will be responsible for assisting the Executive ... assisted living, as well as memory care and rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Through forming ...

Laurus Home Care

Sous Chef

Macomb, MI · On-site

$48K - $65K/yr

Sous Chef StoryPoint of Macomb As a Sous Chef, you will be responsible for assisting the Executive ... assisted living, as well as memory care and rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Through forming ...

StoryPoint

Sous Chef

East Lansing, MI

$48K - $64K/yr

Sous Chef StoryPoint Abbot Park As a Sous Chef, you will be responsible for assisting the Executive ... assisted living, as well as memory care and rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Through forming ...

Synergy Senior Management

Head Chef

Troy, MI

Assisted Living facility in Oakland County is looking for a Head Chef Job Summary The Head Chef is responsible for managing the Kitchen and Nutrition Department including planning, developing, and ...

StoryPoint Group

Sous Chef

Macomb, MI · On-site

$48K - $65K/yr

Sous Chef StoryPoint of Macomb As a Sous Chef, you will be responsible for assisting the Executive ... assisted living, as well as memory care and rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Through forming ...

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What does an assisted living chef do?

An Assisted Living Chef prepares nutritious and appealing meals for residents in assisted living communities, following dietary guidelines and individual needs. They plan menus, ensure food safety, and accommodate special diets like low-sodium or diabetic-friendly meals. Additionally, they may supervise kitchen staff, manage inventory, and maintain cleanliness in the kitchen. Their role is essential in promoting residents' health and well-being through quality meals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the assisted living chef position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assisted Living Chef, you need experience in meal preparation, nutrition, and safe food handling, often supported by a culinary degree or equivalent experience. Certification in food safety (such as ServSafe) and familiarity with dietary management software are commonly required. Compassion, patience, and strong communication skills help in understanding and meeting the dietary needs of senior residents. These skills ensure that nutritious, appetizing, and safe meals are consistently provided in a caring environment, enhancing residents' wellbeing.

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Executive Chef

Cardinal Senior Living LLC

Kentwood, MI • On-site

$65K - $90K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

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Job description

Walnut Ridge Assisted Living & Memory Care is hiring an Executive Chef!


Walnut Ridge Assisted Living & Memory Care is a Cardinal Senior Living community located at 4352 Breton Rd. SE, Kentwood, MI 49512

Walnut Ridge offers:

  • The opportunity to work with a great team of professionals to ensure our residents’ needs are met in a quality and safe environment.
  • An environment where you can grow, learn, and take your skill set to the next level! This is a hands-on position that will allow whoever is in the role to develop and enhance their food service skills!

Benefits:

  • Salary—We offer competitive wages with a yearly performance merit program. When members of our team go above and beyond, we like to recognize their performance. 
  • Benefits—We offer a competitive benefits program to include:
    • Weekly Pay
    • Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for you and your family
    • Voluntary Benefits including Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability Insurance, etc.
    • Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • 401(k) with Company Match

 

The Executive Chef will oversee the daily operations of the Dietary Department, while maintaining budgetary guidelines and food quality. Ensure excellence in resident service, satisfaction, and compliance with all applicable regulations regarding food safety and Department of Human Services guidelines.

Essential Functions- Job Duties: The following duties are considered essential to the job. Qualified individuals must have the ability, with or without reasonable accommodation, to perform the following duties:

  • Supervises dietary staff, finds coverage as needed, assists in staff scheduling as needed.
  • Orients and trains dietary employees; supervises day-to-day operations of kitchen and dining room.
  • Works with Human Resources as needed regarding hiring and terminating employees; issues disciplinary notices, as needed. 
  • Keeps adequate supply of snacks and beverages on the floor for resident consumption.
  • Manages inventory of food and supplies; ordering supplies and food to maximize cost-effectiveness, ensuring that par levels are maintained.
  • Leads staff in exemplifying excellent customer service to residents and other departments.
  • Completes evaluations with dietary employees quarterly and annually.
  • Develops and implements cleaning schedules to ensure a sanitary environment. 
  • Maintains safety and health rules and protocols related to OSHA & CDC regulations and Cardinal Senior Living Standards as required.
  • Manages dietary functions as they relate to activities, marketing, and other special events; works in conjunction with other departments to present excellence to customers and potential customers.
  • Ensures the posting and updating of required documentation (diabetic list, special diet needs, etc.) on a regular basis at appropriate locations.
  • Monitors and ensures that necessary items are covered, labeled, dated, rotated, and maintained in a safe, organized, and systematic manner.
  • Monitors completion of all necessary records with regard to refrigerator and freezer temperatures.
  • Ensures the posting of menus according to regulations, including making sure changes are communicated to residents, per state requirements.
  • Ensures the building maintains a record of the meal census per state regulations.
  • Solicits input from residents with regard to food service, quality of food, and any other issues or concerns.
  • Communicates problems and suggestions for improvement to the Executive Director in a timely fashion.
  • Ensures that the building meets the food and nutritional needs of the residents, including offering 3 meals a day at regular mealtimes.
  • Functions as a Cook or Dietary Aide as needed to meet the needs of the building.
  • Holds pre-shift meetings with staff
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.


 

Education & Knowledge Requirements- Specific education, certification, and licensure:

  • High School Diploma or Equivalency.
  • Familiarity with kitchen equipment, including steam tables, slicers, etc.
  • Experience in kitchen sanitation and hygiene.
  • Ability to perform tasks such as calculating, ordering, filing, and writing.
  • Ability to effectively supervise all dietary staff, as well as Care Takers while they are serving in the dining room.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • ServSafe certification


Preferred Job-Related Experience/Abilities/Education:

  • CDM or Associates Degree in Culinary Arts is preferred, but not required.
  • Minimum five (5) years’ experience in food preparation; budget experience preferred.
  • Basic computer skills for data entry. 


Cardinal Senior Living LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.