EXECUTIVE CHEF I - Madison, WI - Quick Hire!

CCL Hospitality Group is a premier leader in the hospitality industry, well known for its commitment to exceptional service and a team-centered approach. With a philosophy deeply rooted in caring for the individuals who care for guests, CCL Hospitality Group stands out for making every team member feel valued, giving them ownership in the company’s success. This approach is underscored by their goal to strengthen the service culture continuously. The company operates through four distinct and specialized operating companies: Morrison Living, Unidine, Coreworks, and The Hub, each contributing uniquely to the company’s overarching mission. Together, they shape the industry's future leaders focused on delivering elevated hospitality services designed specifically for community living environments across the United States. CCL Hospitality Group is part of Compass Group USA, one of the most respected names in the foodservice and hospitality management sector, lending additional resources and expertise to its operations. The role of Executive Chef at CCL Hospitality Group is a pivotal leadership position responsible for driving culinary excellence and operational efficiency within the kitchen. This hands-on role demands a leader who is both inspirational and organized, ready to engage directly with daily kitchen operations spanning recruiting, training, and food preparation. The Executive Chef's primary focus is to showcase culinary talents by delivering show-quality food, which involves both personal involvement in meal preparation and the empowerment and development of onsite staff members. This leader works to maximize resident, employee, and client satisfaction while ensuring the financial health of the kitchen by meeting monthly budget goals related to food and labor costs. Key aspects of the role include ensuring the safe handling of food and adherence to stringent safety and sanitation standards enforced by federal, state, and local regulations. The Executive Chef will lead all culinary production activities, guaranteeing the quality, presentation, and consistency of food at every stage, and will be actively involved in menu development to incorporate seasonal and local ingredients, reflect customer preferences, and create distinctive specials. As a business manager, the Executive Chef will control expenses, manage purchasing and food inventory, schedule staff according to forecasted volumes, and analyze financial data to adjust plans as needed. Additionally, this role emphasizes customer service excellence through training and resource provision to the team, promoting genuine hospitality and teamwork to ensure complete resident satisfaction. Leadership capabilities extend to team building and management, encompassing regular team meetings, goal setting, coaching, and maintaining open lines of communication to foster employee engagement and performance. This role requires a professional who can blend creativity, operational savvy, and motivational prowess to support CCL Hospitality Group’s mission to provide unparalleled hospitality experiences and cultivate a thriving work environment.

• Associate degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum five years of culinary or kitchen management experience
• Proven hands-on chef experience
• Ability to develop and manage budgets
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
• Proficiency in computer applications such as Microsoft Office
• Ability to lead and motivate a culinary team
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Willingness to participate in client satisfaction programs
• ServSafe certification is preferred