Executive Chef

Location: Selbyville, Delaware, United States; onsite role with occasional weekend Manager on Duty coverage

Salary: $80,000–$85,000 yearly

Company

Senior living organization focused on compassionate resident care, innovation, community, and collaborative support.

What you will do

• Manage daily dining department operations, including staffing, scheduling, meal preparation, service, sanitation, and inventory.
• Develop and maintain dining policies and procedures in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate culinary staff while building a high-performing team.
• Plan menus and prepare nutritious, well-plated meals, including texture-modified food and special dietary accommodations.
• Manage labor, occupancy, expenses, operational budgets, vendors, purchasing, and food cost controls.
• Maintain food safety records, temperature logs, HACCP procedures, regulatory compliance, and safe equipment use.

Requirements

• At least two years of culinary services administration experience; senior living experience is preferred.
• ServSafe certification required.
• Training and experience in cost control, food management, and diet therapy.
• College degree or certification in culinary arts, hospitality, nutrition, or business preferred.
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office, Windows, Outlook, and Excel, with the ability to learn new applications.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and perform other physical duties; ability to lift or carry up to 50 pounds.

Culture & Benefits

• Health insurance with medical/Rx, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance, AD&D, short- and long-term disability coverage, and an Employee Assistance Program.
• FSA, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement and employee and resident referral bonus programs.
• Inclusive environment focused on compassion, community, and collaboration.