Executive Chef - $105000 to $115000 per YEAR

University Retirement Community is a not-for-profit Life Plan Community located in the vibrant college town of Davis, California. Known for its comprehensive approach to senior living, this community offers much more than the typical retirement experience. Residents enjoy access to resort-style amenities and services designed to enhance their quality of life. The community provides a full continuum of healthcare services, including Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Nursing, ensuring that residents’ needs are met throughout their aging journey. The prime location in Davis, a dynamic university town, adds an engaging and enriching environment for seniors, blending the vitality of a university town with the comfort of an enhanced living community. This distinguished community has a strong reputation for excellence, consistently ranking among Davis’s top senior living communities. Its commitment to fostering meaningful lives for its residents is supported by a passionate staff who bring expertise and genuine care to their roles each day. The Executive Chef at University Retirement Community plays a crucial leadership role within Dining Services, tasked with driving culinary excellence and nurturing a strong team culture. This role is pivotal in shaping the dining experiences for residents by offering high-quality, balanced meals tailored to diverse dietary preferences and requirements. The Executive Chef is expected to foster positive relationships with residents and staff alike, embodying and promoting the Pacific Retirement Services (PRS) Core Values of speaking up, stepping up, lifting up, and teaming up. In addition to leading culinary operations, the Executive Chef oversees recipe development, menu planning, catering, and healthcare cuisine, ensuring all offerings meet the high standards expected in a senior living environment. They must also maintain rigorous compliance with food safety, sanitation, and quality control standards, guaranteeing the safety and satisfaction of all residents and visitors. This includes maintaining kitchen equipment and managing operational needs with precision and care. Financial acumen is also essential in this role, with the Executive Chef collaborating closely with leadership to manage budgets, control costs, maintain staffing levels, and keep accurate financial records. This stewardship helps ensure that dining operations are efficient, cost-effective, and aligned with the community’s goals. The position offers a competitive annual salary ranging from $105,000 to $115,000 DOE, along with an impressive package of benefits that support employee health, wellness, and professional growth. This includes fully paid medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401k plan with company match, generous paid time off, and access to on-site fitness and aquatic facilities. Beyond the tangible benefits, the Executive Chef will be part of a community that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. By partnering with dieticians, corporate culinary leaders, and external agencies, the Executive Chef plays an integral role in enhancing and evolving dining programs that delight residents and foster a thriving community atmosphere. This leadership position not only offers a rewarding career path but also the opportunity to make a lasting positive impact on the lives of seniors in an enriching, supportive environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or related field preferred
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a senior culinary leadership role
• Experience working in senior living or healthcare dining environments highly desirable
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to maintain compliance with health regulations and corporate policies
• Proficient in use of nutritional software and kitchen management systems
• Commitment to upholding company values and mission