Campus Executive Chef - Join the Team!

Eagle's Trace by Erickson Senior Living is a distinguished continuing care retirement community spanning 70 beautiful acres in West Houston, Texas. This community operates under the umbrella of Erickson Senior Living, which is one of the nation's most respected providers of senior living and healthcare services. Erickson Senior Living is committed to enhancing the lives of its residents through vibrant lifestyles, financial stability, and specialized health and well-being services. Being part of a nationwide network, Eagle's Trace exemplifies quality, innovation, and dedicated care within the senior living sector. The community fosters an inclusive culture focusing on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, making it an exceptional place for employees and residents alike. We are currently seeking an Executive Chef who is passionate about scratch cooking and dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences. This role involves leading a talented culinary team and driving our innovative chef-inspired Signature Dining Programs that elevate the standard of senior living dining. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in hospitality, multi-unit operations, and financial acumen. Proven expertise in team development, food quality, and presentation is essential. As part of this position, the Executive Chef will oversee food purchasing, preparation, presentation, and storage, ensuring all processes remain within budget. The chef will also supervise food production and utility staff to guarantee efficiency and uphold the highest quality standards. This role plays a crucial part in maintaining the core menus, managing recipe systems, and ensuring that back-of-house computer systems function optimally. A core responsibility also includes maintaining kitchen and equipment sanitation, performing monthly internal audits, and strictly complying with all local and federal food safety regulations such as Health Department standards and HACCP principles. The Executive Chef will collaborate closely with the Unit Manager to address and promptly resolve any food service issues to ensure overall resident satisfaction. Furthermore, the role emphasizes relationship building by engaging with residents via dining room visits and meetings, fostering a personalized approach to dining experiences. The position offers a competitive salary starting at $94,000 annually, with eligibility for an annual bonus, reflecting the importance of this role within Eagle's Trace. We provide medical, dental, and vision plans, wellness reimbursements, telehealth access, paid time off, company-paid volunteer hours for eligible team members, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, discounted meals, and substantial growth opportunities as the company expands across the country. Employees also benefit from education assistance, certification reimbursements, and access to over 6,000 online courses aimed at professional and personal development. Working at Eagle's Trace means joining a company that values balance, flexibility, and ongoing learning, ensuring that each team member can achieve their personal and career goals while contributing to a high-quality living environment for seniors. Erickson Senior Living and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers dedicated to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment of any kind, compliant with federal, state, and local laws. If you are an Executive Chef with the skills and passion to lead a dynamic culinary team and make a meaningful impact in senior living, we encourage you to apply and become part of our award-winning team.

• Minimum of 3 years Executive Chef experience
• knowledge of food safety regulations
• strong leadership and team management skills
• financial acumen related to food purchasing and budgeting
• ability to maintain and develop menus and recipes
• good communication and interpersonal skills
• familiarity with PC software and POS systems (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point)