Executive Chef

Job Description
Come elevate your career with our company that has won the#1 "
Best places to work by Modern Healthcare!"
Forefront Healthcare is looking for an enthusiastic leader to join our team. Forefront Healthcare is looking for a passionate leader to join our team!
We have an exciting opportunity for an Executive Chefin Erie, PA. at one of Senior Living Accounts. This is a CCRC with all levels of care.
WE OFFER AMAZING BENEFITS!!! PTO, Vacation time, Holidays, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, 401(k), Employee Assistance Program, and much more!
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You will be part of an amazing community where your culinary and management skills will be valued! Most of all, you will be valued!
Job description
We are looking for a anExecutive Chef who brings a depth of culinary with experience in healthcare/senior living. As the Executive Chef, you will get to be involved with our patients who will be waiting to try your next dish! Having experience in an healthcare environment is a plus!
The successful candidate will employ their culinary and managerial skills to play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing our customers’ satisfaction.
Having a positive attitude and motivating a dynamic staff of managers you will work side-by-side with each day is a must! Overall, you will bring charisma to the culinary team here in our senior community.
Responsibilities
Organize and direct the culinary team and management staff.
Help in the preparation and design of all food and drink menus
Work together with our dietitians on menus and offerings for our residents
Produce high-quality plates both design
Ensure that the kitchen operates in a timely way that meets our quality standards
Lead and develop team and understand how to manage conflict with resolution
Manage and train kitchen staff, establish a working schedule and assess staff’s performance
Order supplies to stock inventory appropriately
Comply with and enforce sanitation regulations and safety standards
Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers
Skills
Proven experience as an Executive Chef.
Understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
Excellent record of kitchen and staff management
Accuracy and speed in handling emergency situations and providing solutions
Familiar with the industry’s best practices
Working knowledge of various computer software programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS)
BS degree in culinary science or a related certificate would be a plus
Casual dining restaurant
Fine dining restaurant