Executive Chef

Forefront Healthcare is growing, and we need your culinary expertise along with the leadership you possess! Come be part of an exciting team at Forefront Healthcare and elevate the experience for those you serve! We have an opportunity in Traverse City, MI for an Executive Chef! You will be part of an amazing community where your culinary and management skills will be valued! Most of all, you will be valued!Job descriptionWe are looking for a self-motivated Executive Chef for Traverse City, MI. As the Executive Chef, you will get to be involved with our patients who will be waiting to try your next dish!The successful candidate will employ their culinary and managerial skills to play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing our customers’ satisfaction.  Having a positive attitude and motivating a dynamic staff of managers you will work side-by-side with each day is a must! Overall, you will bring charisma to the culinary team here in our senior community.ResponsibilitiesOrganize and direct the culinary team and management staff.Help in the preparation and design of all food and drink menusWork together with our dietitians on menus and offerings for our residentsProduce high-quality plates both designEnsure that the kitchen operates in a timely way that meets our quality standardsLead and develop team and understand how to manage conflict with resolutionManage and train kitchen staff, establish a working schedule and assess staff’s performanceOrder supplies to stock inventory appropriatelyComply with and enforce sanitation regulations and safety standardsMaintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customersSkillsProven experience as an Executive Chef.Understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and proceduresExcellent record of kitchen and staff managementAccuracy and speed in handling emergency situations and providing solutionsFamiliar with the industry’s best practicesWorking knowledge of various computer software programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS)BS degree in culinary science or a related certificate would be a plusCasual dining restaurantFine dining restaurantBenefits:401(k)Dental InsuranceDisability insuranceEmployee assistance programHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offRetirement planVision insurancePhysical setting: