Food Service Supervisor/Executive Chef

Description

Food Service Supervisor / Executive Chef

Elan Assisted Living is seeking a dedicated and experienced Food Service Supervisor / Executive Chef to lead our culinary team and ensure the delivery of high-quality, nutritious meals for our senior residents. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a caring community where residents’ well-being and satisfaction are our top priorities. If you are passionate about culinary excellence and enjoy working in a compassionate environment, we invite you to join our team.

Key Responsibilities:

- Oversee daily food service operations within the senior living community, ensuring timely and efficient meal preparation and delivery

- Develop and implement menus that meet nutritional standards and cater to residents’ dietary needs and preferences

- Supervise and train kitchen staff, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment

- Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations, including proper food handling, sanitation, and cleanliness standards

- Manage inventory, ordering, and cost control to optimize food quality and operational efficiency

- Collaborate with healthcare and activity teams to accommodate special dietary requirements and enhance residents’ dining experience

- Monitor food quality and presentation, ensuring consistency and excellence in all meals served

- Maintain accurate records of food safety, sanitation, and staff training

Skills and Qualifications:

- Proven experience as an Executive Chef, Food Service Supervisor, or similar role, preferably in senior living, healthcare, or hospitality settings

- Strong knowledge of nutrition, food safety, and sanitation standards

- Excellent leadership and team management skills

- Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize tasks effectively

- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

- Flexibility to adapt menus and services based on residents’ needs and feedback

- Culinary certification or relevant culinary education is preferred

- Knowledge of budget management and inventory control

At Elan Assisted Living, we foster a warm, inclusive, and supportive environment where our team members can grow professionally while making a meaningful difference in residents’ lives. We offer competitive compensation, ongoing training, and opportunities for advancement within our community. Join us in creating a vibrant, caring atmosphere where every meal is an opportunity to bring comfort and joy to our residents.

This position requires a background screening as mandated by Florida law. For more information on background screening requirements, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com