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The Sr Executive Chef will showcase culinary talents through the delivery of show quality food through personal involvement in task performance while developing and empowering the onsite staff. Works ...

Sr Executive Chef

Sun City, AZ · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

The Sr Executive Chef will showcase culinary talents through the delivery of show quality food through personal involvement in task performance while developing and empowering the onsite staff. Works ...

Sr Executive Chef

Sun City, AZ · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

The Sr Executive Chef will showcase culinary talents through the delivery of show quality food through personal involvement in task performance while developing and empowering the onsite staff. Works ...

Sr Executive Chef

Sun City, AZ · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

The Sr Executive Chef will showcase culinary talents through the delivery of show quality food through personal involvement in task performance while developing and empowering the onsite staff. Works ...

Senior Executive Chef - Orlando, FL

Orlando, FL · On-site

$66K - $91K/yr

Job Summary We are seeking a Senior Executive Chef to join our Morrison Healthcare team and lead high-volume culinary operations within a healthcare setting in Orlando, FL. **Relocation Assistance ...

Sr Executive Chef

Union City, CA · On-site

$125K - $135K/yr

The Executive Chef will showcase culinary talents through the delivery of show quality food through personal involvement in task performance while developing and empowering the onsite staff. Works to ...

The Executive Chef will showcase culinary talents through the delivery of show quality food through personal involvement in task performance while developing and empowering the onsite staff. Works to ...

Sr Executive Chef

Union City, CA · On-site

$125K - $135K/yr

The Executive Chef will showcase culinary talents through the delivery of show quality food through personal involvement in task performance while developing and empowering the onsite staff. Works to ...

Sr Executive Chef

Union City, CA · On-site

$125K - $135K/yr

The Executive Chef will showcase culinary talents through the delivery of show quality food through personal involvement in task performance while developing and empowering the onsite staff. Works to ...

Executive Chef

Dallas, PA · On-site

$75/hr

Must have Executive and/or Sous Chef experience in preferably an institution style, multi-outlet setting such as Hospital, School, College, Senior Living or Corporate Dining setting. Requirements ...

Qualifications: * 5+ years of Executive Chef or senior culinary leadership experience in a high-volume upscale restaurant, luxury hotel, or multi-outlet operation. * Strong leadership skills with a ...

Executive Chef

Amityville, NY · On-site

$73K - $101K/yr

Dominican Village Senior Living, Amityville, NY Salary: 74,000.00 to 77,500.00 per year (Based on experience) Dominican Village is seeking a talented and motivated Executive Chef to lead our culinary ...

Executive Chef

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$72K - $99K/yr

Previous Executive Chef or senior Chef leadership experience * Strong team leadership and culinary management skills * Experience with menu development, food cost and P&L management * Passion for ...

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How much do sr executive chef jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for sr executive chef in the United States is $86,886.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,500.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Sr Executive Chef?

Sr Executive Chefs are highly experienced culinary professionals responsible for overseeing the entire kitchen operation in large restaurants, hotels, or catering companies. They manage menu creation, food quality, kitchen staff, inventory, and budgeting. In addition to cooking, they collaborate with management on business strategy, ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, and mentor junior chefs. Their leadership ensures a high standard of cuisine and efficient, safe kitchen operations. Typically, Sr Executive Chefs have many years of experience and advanced culinary training.

What is the difference between Sr Executive Chef vs Executive Chef?

AspectSr Executive ChefExecutive Chef
CredentialsTypically requires culinary degree and extensive experienceRequires culinary degree and proven kitchen management skills
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple kitchens or large operationsManages a single kitchen or restaurant
Industry UsageCommon in hotel chains, resorts, and large food service companiesFound in restaurants, hotels, and catering services
Search & ComparisonOften compared for leadership and operational scopeFocuses on culinary expertise and kitchen management

The Sr Executive Chef typically oversees multiple kitchens or large-scale food operations, requiring extensive experience and leadership skills. The Executive Chef manages a single kitchen or restaurant, focusing on culinary quality and daily operations. Both roles demand culinary credentials, but the Sr Executive Chef's scope is broader, often involving strategic planning and team management across multiple locations.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a Sr Executive Chef?

To thrive as a Sr Executive Chef, you need extensive culinary expertise, leadership experience, and often a degree from a culinary institute or equivalent professional training. Mastery of commercial kitchen equipment, menu planning software, and relevant food safety certifications like ServSafe are typically required. Strong organizational skills, creativity, and the ability to motivate and manage diverse kitchen teams set outstanding chefs apart. These competencies ensure high-quality cuisine, efficient kitchen operations, and a positive dining experience, which are crucial for a restaurant’s success.

How does a Sr Executive Chef typically collaborate with other departments in a hospitality setting?

A Sr Executive Chef collaborates closely with departments such as banquet sales, purchasing, and front-of-house management to ensure culinary offerings align with guest expectations and business goals. They often work with event planners to customize menus and coordinate timing, partner with procurement for ingredient sourcing, and communicate with service staff to maintain high-quality guest experiences. Effective cross-department collaboration ensures smooth kitchen operations and consistent service standards throughout the establishment.
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Infographic showing various Sr Executive Chef job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 90% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,886 per year, or $41.8 per hour.

$90K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Pay Grade: 16 

Salary: $90,000 - $110,000

Other Forms of Compensation: relocation assistance available 

With people as our core and a deep commitment to exceptional hospitality, CCL Hospitality Group has a philosophy rooted in caring for the individuals who care for our guests. Our most significant competitive advantage is our team members. We constantly strive to strengthen our service culture. Every team member knows they matter and owns a stake in our success, delivering hospitality excellence.

With four distinct operating companies – Morrison Living, Unidine, Coreworks, and The Hub, we are shaping the industry’s future leaders with a culture of service focused on elevated hospitality for community living across the country. Join us and discover how we drive mutual success that leaves lasting impressions.

Job Summary:

An inspirational and organized leader who is not afraid to roll up their sleeves to ensure the overall success of daily kitchen operations including recruiting, training, and food preparation. The Sr Executive Chef will showcase culinary talents through the delivery of show quality food through personal involvement in task performance while developing and empowering the onsite staff.  Works to continually improve resident, employee, and client satisfaction while maximizing the financial performance in all areas of responsibility. Will deliver on company objectives by ensuring monthly budget, food and labor costs are met and, the safe handling of food by following safety & sanitation protocols.

Leading Culinary Operation: 

  • Lead daily culinary production in preparation and production of meals, food quality and presentation, compliance with all safety and sanitation standards and regulation, team member productivity and performance, cost controls and overall profitability.
  • Determines how food should be presented and create decorative food displays.
  • Provide direction on menu development based on product availability; creates distinctive specials that incorporate seasonal or special ingredients.
  • Seeks out sources for fresh food; monitors all produce and meat for freshness.
  • Maintain product consistency by conducting inspections of seasonings, portion, and appearance of food.
  • Research customer preferences and develops a menu which incorporates local foods and flavors.
  • Prepares and cooks foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions.
  • Demonstrate new cooking techniques and equipment to staff.
  • Supervises and coordinates activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, local and company health, safety, sanitation standards.
  • Provides guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
  • Communicates the importance of safety procedures, detailing procedure codes, ensuring employee understanding of safety codes, monitoring processes and procedures related to safety.
  • Monitors the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met.
  • Follows and enforces food safety and sanitation guidelines.
  • Maintains purchasing, receiving and food storage standards.

Business & Financial Acumen:

  • Participates in the development and implementation of business strategies for the community which are aligned with the client’s overall mission, vision values and strategies.
  • Manages department controllable expenses including food cost, supplies, uniforms, and equipment.
  • Develops and implements guidelines and control procedures for purchasing and receiving areas.
  • Analyze financial and operational information on an ongoing basis to adjust business plans, labor requirements, and operating costs.
  • Develop, implement, and manage the department's budget; continually analyze, forecast, monitor, and control the labor and food costs through various methods to meet/exceed management/budget objectives.
  • Identify major revenue and expense opportunities and possible problems.
  • Controls food cost, labor, and other expenses; monitors actual versus budgeted expenses.
  • Oversees the food inventory, purchasing, control, and disbursement of all food supplies.
  • Schedules staff based upon forecasted volumes.

Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service:

  • Creates 100% resident satisfaction by providing team members with the training and resources they need to maximize team member engagement and deliver best in class service.
  • Professional attitude and appearance while engaging with residents and community staff.
  • Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.
  • Provides and supports service behaviors that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention.
  • Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service. Establishes guidelines so employees understand expectations and parameters. Ensures employees receive on-going training to understand guest expectations.
  • Ensures that employees provide genuine hospitality and teamwork on an ongoing basis.
  • Uses teamwork to support guests and employees.
  • Seeks opportunities to improve the customer experience by seeking resident feedback and developing strategies to improve department.
  • Reviews resident satisfaction results and other data to identify areas of improvement.
  • Responds to and handles guest problems and complaints.

Team Building and Management:

  • Regularly lead team member meetings
  • Establishes goals including performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc.
  • Solicits employee feedback, utilizes an "open door" policy and reviews employee satisfaction results to identify and address employee problems or concerns.
  • Develops and implements strategies and practices which support team member engagement.
  • Ensures employees are treated fairly and equitably.
  • Provides team members with the training needed to understand expectations and perform job responsibilities.
  • Provides team members with the necessary tools to perform their duties and responsibilities.
  • Communicates performance expectations and provides team members with on-going feedback.
  • Provides team members with coaching and counseling as needed to achieve performance objectives and reach their fullest potential.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • A.S. or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 5 years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training.
  • Extensive catering experience a plus
  • High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable
  • Institutional and batch cooking experiences
  • Hands-on chefs experience a must.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
  • Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet
  • Must be willing to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities. 
  • ServSafe certified - highly desirable.

Apply to CCL today!

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Associates at CCL are offered many fantastic benefits. 

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/ AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Flexible Time Off
  • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ 

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

CCL maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID: 1522890

CCL Hospitality Group

Caitlin Pham

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