Job Description

Full-time

Description

THE COMPANY

Cogir Senior Living based in Scottsdale Arizona proudly oversees a network of senior living communities spanning 11 states nationwide. As a trusted leader in senior housing we are dedicated to growth while maintaining our commitment to exceptional care for our residents and a supportive growth-focused environment for our team members.

At Cogir our culture is rooted in the core values of human focus creativity and excellence which inspire us to continuously improve and achieve excellence in all we do. Join us in our mission to enrich the lives of our residents while building a meaningful and fulfilling career!

WHAT WE OFFER

• Health Dental Vision and Life Insurance.
• 401K with company match.
• Paid Vacation Holidays and Sick Leave.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous Employee Referral Program and more.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Executive Chef oversees the communitys dining services operations and ensures a positive dining experience for our residents. This includes but is not limited to food procurement preparation and service; menu development; financial management of food supplies and labor budgets; hiring training and managing dining services team members; inventory control and regulatory compliance.

If you seek a highly rewarding career where you can make a difference every day and youre driven by excellence and passion for serving others then look no further and apply today!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the day-to-day operations and staffing of the community kitchen and dining venues.
• Manages and supervises all culinary services staff (BOH and FOH) including scheduling assignment direction performance review hiring and corrective action consistent with company policy.
• Menu planning and executing meal preparation and events assisting staff with back and front-of-the-house operations as needed.
• Maintain inventory control of food beverages supplies and equipment.
• Ensure that all food is prepared stored and served according to company standards and with state and/or local health code requirements.
• Understand and maintain monthly and annual budgets for the culinary services department including producing written documentation of monthly food supplies and labor spending.
• Collaborate with staff and residents to plan and develop recipes and menus tailored to residents preferences and monthly budgets.
• Ensure resident and family member satisfaction is maintained.
• Responsible for planning preparing and executing special events and themed meals.

Requirements

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

Education and certifications:

• A Culinary degree is preferred or a combination of education and experience is required.

Experience Competencies and Skills:

• At least 5 years of hands-on experience in food preparation.
• At least 3 years of progressive management experience as an Executive Chef with an understanding of front-of-the-house operations and service.
• Serve Safe Manager (Food Handler Certification) with an understanding of kitchen sanitation and food codes.
• Experience with restaurant openings is a plus.
• Experience with special events and banquets is a plus.
• Successful history of building teams and meeting financial goals.
• Creativity and experience in menu development.
• Previous experience working in Independent Living (IL) Assisted Living (AL) Memory Care (MC) Senior Living or hotel experience is a plus!
• Outstanding communication skills and the ability to motivate.
• Compassion for our residents and a strong passion for excellence.

Salary Description

$27-$29 per hour

Required Experience:

IC

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