Executive Chef - Quick Hire!

Lifespace Communities, headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa, and Dallas, Texas, is one of the nation’s largest non-profit Senior Living providers. With a legacy spanning over 40 years, Lifespace is proudly committed to creating vibrant retirement communities where over 5,100 residents are empowered to live their aspirations in a supportive and caring environment. Employing more than 4,500 dedicated team members, Lifespace stands out as a leader in senior living by fostering a culture that encourages personal growth, teamwork, and meaningful impact. Wesley Court, located at 2617 Antilley Road in Abilene, Texas, is one of the distinguished communities under the Lifespace umbrella. Within this community, Lifespace invites passionate culinary professionals to join their talented culinary team as an Executive Chef. This full-time role offers a competitive annual salary ranging from $56,400 to $77,600, reflecting the vital importance of the Executive Chef position in delivering exceptional dining experiences. The Executive Chef plays a pivotal role in overseeing all culinary operations and ensuring that every meal served meets the high standards of taste, presentation, and nutrition expected by Lifespace residents. The role demands leadership in recipe development, menu creation, and operational management within the kitchen. Beyond culinary creativity, this position requires meticulous attention to detail when managing production activities, vendor relations, inventory control, and compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations. The Executive Chef must create and maintain tested recipes and assist in designing menu cycles that satisfy the diverse preferences and nutritional needs of the senior community. A key responsibility is maintaining resident satisfaction through consistent quality and hospitable service across all food venues, catering, and special functions. The Executive Chef ensures that kitchen staff adhere strictly to the procedures, departmental rules, and sanitation requirements, fostering a safe and orderly kitchen environment. Operational efficiency is emphasized through managing budgets for food, inventory, and labor, implementing cost controls, and conducting variance reporting to support the community’s financial health. Additionally, the Executive Chef oversees the maintenance of kitchen equipment and physical resources to guarantee smooth and safe operation day to day. Preparing daily production sheets and forecasting supply needs are integral to synchronizing food preparation with meal service hours, preserving the quality and appearance of the food served. Lifespace is dedicated to supporting team members with opportunities for career development and personal growth within a purpose-driven mission. Working as the Executive Chef at Wesley Court means joining a community that values teamwork, excellence, and personalized experiences, truly making a difference in the lives of residents. With Lifespace’s history of success and commitment to innovation, this role offers a rewarding career path for culinary professionals passionate about hospitality and senior living.

• Bachelor's degree, related culinary degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Five to seven years of chef experience in hospitality, fine dining, or similar environment
• Food Handler certification obtained within 60 days of hire as required by state guidelines