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Executive Chef

Monarch Communities

Princeton, NJFull-time$70–75K/yrPosted 1w agoStill listed 1w ago

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Compensation
$70–75K/yr
Location
Princeton, NJ
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

ServSafe CertificationBachelor's degree

Job overview

The Executive Chef leads day‑to‑day culinary services, ensuring resident satisfaction with nutritious, well‑plated food options while managing staff, budgets, and safety protocols.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Cost ControlFood ManagementDiet TherapyMicrosoft OfficeWindowsOutlookExcelPhysical Stamina

Qualifications

Bachelor’s DegreeTwo Years Culinary Services Administration ExperienceServSafe Certification

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Company Description

Monarch Communities Senior Living Company Culture and Values: At Monarch Communities, we value compassion, innovation, and community. Our team is committed to making a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents and fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Job Description

Reports To The Executive Chef will report to the Executive Director. The Culinary Services Director is an exempt, salaried position. Salary Range: $70,000 - $75,000 Yearly Job Overview Responsible for the successful day-to-day operations of the culinary services department. Ensure resident satisfaction by delivering a variety of food options that are nutritious and well plated. Responsibilities and Duties

  • Planning, organizing, delegating, and directing all aspect of the culinary services department
  • Oversee the production of all meals while maintaining high quality, excellent service practices, and superior customer service
  • Hiring, training, and mentoring all culinary services department associates
  • Ensure all HACCP protocols are adhered to and document to ensure safe food handling
  • Responsible for adhering to budgets
  • Occasional weekend coverage as Manager on Duty

Qualifications

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in culinary arts, hospitality, nutrition, or business
  • Minimum of two (2) years culinary services administration experience, preferably in senior living
  • ServSafe certification required
  • Must have training and experience in cost control, food management, and diet therapy
  • Proficiency in computer skills, Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, Excel) with the ability to learn new applications

Physical Abilities

  • While performing the duties of this job, the associate is often required to stand, walk, sit, use fine and gross motor skills, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and smell.
  • An individual in this position will be required to lift or carry weight in up to 50 lbs. The associate must use proper body mechanics.

Additional Information

Benefits Offered(Full Time):

  • Health Insurance: Medical/Rx, Dental, and Vision

  • Ancillary Benefits: Life Insurance/AD&D, Short Term Disability and Long-Term disability

  • Basic Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

  • FSA (Commuter/Parking)

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  • 401(k) Retirement with Company Match

  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays

  • Tuition Reimbursement Other Compensation Programs:

  • Employee Referral Bonus

  • Resident Referral Bonus

Equal Opportunity Statement: Monarch Communities and Brandywine Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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