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CommonSail Investment Group

Executive Chef

Oxford, MI · On-site

$64K - $88K/yr

Executive Chef Independence Village Waterstone Position Summary: The Executive Chef is responsible ... Occasional travel to different locations may be required. Connecting Seniors, Families and ...

CommonSail Investment Group

Executive Chef

Strongsville, OH · On-site

$66K - $90K/yr

Executive Chef StoryPoint Strongsville Position Summary: The Executive Chef is responsible for the ... Occasional travel to different locations may be required. Connecting Seniors, Families and ...

Laurus Home Care

Executive Chef

Macomb, MI · On-site

$69K - $95K/yr

Executive Chef StoryPoint Macomb Position Summary: The Executive Chef is responsible for the ... Occasional travel to different locations may be required. Connecting Seniors, Families and ...

Independence Village

Executive Chef

Oxford, MI

$64K - $88K/yr

Executive Chef Independence Village Waterstone Position Summary: The Executive Chef is responsible ... Occasional travel to different locations may be required. Connecting Seniors, Families and ...

Laurus Home Care

Executive Chef

New Hudson, MI · On-site

$72K - $99K/yr

Executive Chef StoryPoint New Hudson Position Summary: The Executive Chef is responsible for the ... Occasional travel to different locations may be required. Connecting Seniors, Families and ...

Laurus Home Care

Executive Chef

Walton, KY · On-site

$66K - $90K/yr

Executive Chef StoryPoint Walton Position Summary: The Executive Chef is responsible for the ... Occasional travel to different locations may be required. Connecting Seniors, Families and ...

StoryPoint

Executive Chef

Strongsville, OH

$66K - $90K/yr

Executive Chef StoryPoint Strongsville Position Summary: The Executive Chef is responsible for the ... Occasional travel to different locations may be required. Connecting Seniors, Families and ...

StoryPoint

Executive Chef

Powell, OH

$68K - $93K/yr

Executive Chef StoryPoint Powell North Position Summary: The Executive Chef is responsible for the ... Occasional travel to different locations may be required. Connecting Seniors, Families and ...

StoryPoint

Executive Chef

New Hudson, MI

$72K - $99K/yr

Executive Chef StoryPoint New Hudson Position Summary: The Executive Chef is responsible for the ... Occasional travel to different locations may be required. Connecting Seniors, Families and ...

CommonSail Investment Group

Executive Chef

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

$65K - $90K/yr

Executive Chef StoryPoint Chattanooga Position Summary: The Executive Chef is responsible for the ... Occasional travel to different locations may be required. Connecting Seniors, Families and ...

CommonSail Investment Group

Executive Chef

Oakland, MI · On-site

$65K - $90K/yr

Executive Chef StoryPont Oakland Charter Position Summary: The Executive Chef is responsible for ... Occasional travel to different locations may be required. Connecting Seniors, Families and ...

StoryPoint

Executive Chef

Rochester, MI

$65K - $90K/yr

Executive Chef StoryPont Oakland Charter Position Summary: The Executive Chef is responsible for ... Occasional travel to different locations may be required. Connecting Seniors, Families and ...

CommonSail Investment Group

Executive Chef

New Hudson, MI · On-site

$72K - $99K/yr

Executive Chef StoryPoint New Hudson Position Summary: The Executive Chef is responsible for the ... Occasional travel to different locations may be required. Connecting Seniors, Families and ...

Laurus Home Care

Executive Chef

Powell, OH · On-site

$68K - $93K/yr

Executive Chef StoryPoint Powell North Position Summary: The Executive Chef is responsible for the ... Occasional travel to different locations may be required. Connecting Seniors, Families and ...

CommonSail Investment Group

Executive Chef

Waukee, IA · On-site

$68K - $94K/yr

Executive Chef StoryPoint of Kettlestone Position Summary: The Executive Chef is responsible for ... Occasional travel to different locations may be required. Connecting Seniors, Families and ...

StoryPoint

Executive Chef

Waukee, IA

$68K - $94K/yr

Executive Chef StoryPoint of Kettlestone Position Summary: The Executive Chef is responsible for ... Occasional travel to different locations may be required. Connecting Seniors, Families and ...

Laurus Home Care

Executive Chef

Shelby Township, MI · On-site

$63K - $87K/yr

Executive Chef StoryPoint Shelby Township Position Summary: The Executive Chef is responsible for ... Occasional travel to different locations may be required. Connecting Seniors, Families and ...

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How much do traveling executive chef jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for traveling 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 are some unique challenges faced by traveling executive chefs compared to stationary executive chefs?

Traveling Executive Chefs often encounter the challenge of adapting quickly to new kitchens, teams, and local ingredients in each location. They must be highly flexible and resourceful, as they are responsible for maintaining culinary standards while often working with unfamiliar equipment or suppliers. Additionally, building rapport with new staff and adjusting to varying workplace cultures can be demanding, but these experiences also foster strong leadership and problem-solving skills. Frequent travel requires excellent organization and time management to ensure smooth operations across multiple sites.

What is the difference between Traveling Executive Chef vs Executive Sous Chef?

AspectTraveling Executive ChefExecutive Sous Chef
CredentialsCulinary degree, extensive experience, leadership skillsCulinary degree, sous chef experience, leadership skills
Work EnvironmentMultiple locations, often luxury hotels, cruise ships, or resortsKitchen of a single restaurant or hotel
Employer & IndustryHospitality, catering, cruise linesHotels, restaurants, hospitality industry
Search & Comparison IntentYesLess common

The Traveling Executive Chef oversees culinary operations across multiple locations, requiring adaptability and leadership, while the Executive Sous Chef manages daily kitchen activities within a single establishment. Both roles demand culinary expertise and leadership skills, but the Traveling Executive Chef's role involves frequent travel and broader oversight.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a traveling executive chef?

To thrive as a Traveling Executive Chef, you need expert culinary skills, menu development experience, and a background in kitchen management, often supported by a culinary degree or certification. Familiarity with inventory systems, food safety certifications, and proficiency in using commercial kitchen equipment are standard requirements. Strong leadership, cultural adaptability, and excellent communication enable success across diverse teams and locations. These skills ensure consistent food quality, efficient operations, and the ability to deliver exceptional dining experiences in various environments.

What is a traveling executive chef?

A traveling executive chef is a highly skilled culinary professional who oversees kitchen operations at various locations rather than being based in one specific restaurant or venue. They may travel nationally or internationally to help open new restaurants, consult on menus, train kitchen staff, or provide temporary leadership during transitions. This role requires adaptability, excellent organizational skills, and deep culinary expertise to maintain high standards across different environments. Traveling executive chefs often work for hospitality groups, luxury resorts, or as independent consultants. Their work ensures consistency and quality while bringing creativity and fresh perspectives to each location.
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Infographic showing various Traveling 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.

Executive Chef

CommonSail Investment Group

Oxford, MI • On-site

$64K - $88K/yr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Executive Chef
Independence Village Waterstone
Position Summary:
The Executive Chef is responsible for the successful management of all aspects of the culinary and dining department. Responsibilities include retail sales, special events planning, food costs and inventory control, safety and sanitation, and maintaining excellent resident, customer and employee satisfaction.
Required Experience for Executive Chef:
  • Bachelor's degree or related culinary degree.
  • Certified Executive Chef preferred.
  • Minimum four years of industry and culinary management experience.
  • Upscale dining experience required.
  • Must demonstrates proven leadership abilities, commitment to customer service, and strong organization and time management skills.
  • Must have previous experience and proficient with menu development and pricing.
  • Must have experience in all Microsoft Office applications required.
  • Culinary labor, food and small ware financial management experience required.

Primary Responsibilities for Job Executive Chef:
  • Achieve 100% resident satisfaction through plate presentation and taste. The Executive Chef circulates dining rooms at meal times daily for resident feedback.
  • Establish presentation techniques and ensure quality standards.
  • Hire, coach, train, inspire and direct culinary staff. Maintain proper scheduling, employee reviews.
  • Develop Sous Chef and Lead Cook to take on additional leadership and management duties.
  • Directly responsible for food control, labor costs, menu engineering, recipe creation and standardization of recipe production to ensure consistency.
  • Ensure proper equipment operation/maintenance, proper safety and sanitation policies for followed in the work areas.
  • Oversee special catering events and offer culinary instruction and/or demonstrate culinary techniques.
  • Consistently maintains a positive attitude, which supports a team environment. Promotes positive public relations with residents, family members and guests.
  • Function as Manager on Duty as scheduled with site leadership team

General Working Conditions:
This position entails standing for long periods of time. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to communicate effectively with others, sit, stand, walk and use hands to handle keyboard, telephone, paper, files, and other equipment and objects. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to review detailed documents and read computer screens. The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The work environment requires appropriate interaction with others. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. Occasional travel to different locations may be required.
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For over 37 years, our senior living communities have served seniors and their families across Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, and Tennessee, with each location offering unique services including independent, enhanced, and assisted living, as well as memory care and rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Through forming authentic connections and committing to creating the absolute best experiences each day for our residents and their families, we've created a special culture within our communities that allows our employees to do their best work and our residents to shine every day.
Not Just Making Every Day Great. Making Every Minute Great. There are 1,440 minutes in every single day. We aspire to make each one of them an exceptional moment. This philosophy is supported by our 6 powerful, yet simple pillars: Dream Big, Have Courage, Take Initiative, Be Accountable, Give Back & Enjoy it. We strive to fulfill the aspirational yet unattainable goal of creating the absolute best experience with every person, in every interaction, every minute of every day.
It begins with empowering our employees. Every employee, at every level of the company, is expected to perform like a leader. Everyone is encouraged and expected to put the needs of each other above everything else. No one here just "does their job" The mission is to create the absolute best experiences. This emphasis on putting people first has helped us successfully grow for the right reasons.
We have developed an environment that attracts dreamers, adventurers, creators, givers and believers to seek career opportunities with us. We find people who believe that true happiness is only found in the service of others. We want high-performers with diverse skill-sets and big hearts. We treat each other as family and find that close collaboration creates the biggest ideas.
If you love serving others, and are looking for an opportunity to thrive, CommonSail Investment Group and our businesses is your destination.
This classification description is intended to indicate the general kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that are required of positions given this title and should not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of the employees under her/his supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.
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