Head Chef

As a **Lead Culinary Specialist**, you will play a crucial role in our kitchen operations, ensuring that meals are prepared to the highest standards. Your responsibilities will include:

• Crafting meals from established recipes, ensuring timely and visually appealing presentation.
• Organizing the food service area and workstations with necessary condiments and garnishes.
• Preparing and serving all required condiments alongside the appropriate dishes.
• Assisting in the preparation for the next day's menu.
• Participating in pre-service meetings with food servers to discuss the details of the daily offerings.
• Contributing to the training of new kitchen staff.
• Helping to manage employee schedules within the kitchen department.
• Assisting with inventory management, food ordering, and menu planning.
• Maintaining cleanliness in stock rooms, coolers, and freezers, ensuring proper food storage and rotation.
• Upholding kitchen cleanliness and food preparation standards in compliance with health department regulations.
• Minimizing food waste through effective storage and recycling practices.
• Supervising kitchen personnel as necessary.

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in a commercial kitchen setting or a related educational background.
• Possession of Serv Safe or other relevant local, county, or state certifications.
• Strong organizational skills and effective communication abilities with team members.
• A commitment to the quality and presentation of prepared food.
• Comprehensive knowledge of cooking techniques and meal preparation.
• A solid understanding of food service practices and requirements.

Senior Lifestyle offers a robust benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, short-term and long-term disability coverage, and paid time off. Eligible employees can utilize DailyPay, which provides access to earned but unpaid wages. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required for all employees, with exemptions available for medical, religious, or personal beliefs. Compliance with government regulations may apply.