Executive Chef (Matthews)

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Join our team as an Executive Chef who brings their passion for great food, teamwork, and culinary experience to join our team of award-winning chefs and dining management talent. We are looking for a strong hospitality experience and a proven track record of success that will help drive our innovative Signature Menu Dining Programs which include from-scratch cooking and chef-inspired culinary creations.

What we offer

• A culture rooted in diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus wellness reimbursements, health coaching, and telemedicine

• PTO and paid volunteer hours (per state regulations)

• 401(k) with 3% company match for team members 18+

• On-site medical centers and health/well-being resources for team members

• Education assistance, certification reimbursement, and access to 6,000+ online courses

• Exciting growth opportunities as we continue to expand

Compensation:

• Commensurate with experience starting at $90000.00 annually plus eligibility for annual bonus

How you will make an impact

• Ensure the efficiency and quality of food purchasing, receiving, storage, and preparation (from pre-preparation to plate presentation), sanitation of the production areas, and direct supervision of all food production staff (and utility staff where applicable) within budgetary parameters.

• Supervise, implement and maintain core menus and recipe management system and BOH computer system.

• Maintain proper procedures to maintain kitchen/equipment sanitation. Responsible for monthly internal sanitation audit.

• Comply with all federal and state regulations pertaining to food handling/production (Health Department/HAACP).

• Partner with Unit Manager to ensure issues with food production, preparation and presentation are resolved.

• Ensure optimum food quality/presentation.

• Develop and maintain relationships with residents through dining room visits and meetings.

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What you will need

• Minimum of 3 years Executive Chef experience.

• Fine dining experience a plus.

• Knowledge of ala carte and catering trends with focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls and food presentation

• Good knowledge of PC software and POS systems (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point).

Please note that specific state regulations and requirements may be applicable. These regulations take precedence over the requirements outlined in the job description.

Windsor Run is a beautiful 60-acre continuing care retirement community in the town of Matthews in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. We’re part of a growing national network of communities managed by Erickson Senior Living, one of the country’s largest and most respected providers of senior living and health care. Windsor Run helps people live better lives by fulfilling our promises of a vibrant lifestyle, financial stability, and focused health and well-being services for those who live and work with us. As part of our team, you'll enjoy flexibility and work-life balance to meet your personal and professional goals, and we are committed to providing you with opportunities to learn and grow.

Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.