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The Chef De Cuisine works side by side with the culinarians to ensure the highest quality of seasonally prepared meals is served daily through various venues.Pay: $70-$75k/yrWhat will I do every day?Creates and implements vision for service excellence in diningManages and improves resident and family satisfaction, loyalty within dining programAccountable to identify, benchmark and leverage best practices of customer experiences within dining programDevelop and maintain effective relationships and two-way communication with residents and familiesCommunicate the company vision and strategy to create alignment between daily activities and company strategyCreate and prepare high quality meals utilizing fresh quality ingredients and scratch made recipes consistent with local custom and tastesDemonstrate senior culinary leadership using advanced cooking techniques, diverse cuisines and new cooking equipmentCreate seasonal menu(s) that align with regional preferences promoting choice and options for residents, guests and associatesEffectively supervise culinary department operations on a day-to-day basis informing the Food and Beverage Directorof key operational changes and updatesFull responsibility and supervision of the culinary team including all cooks and production associates, teaching, leading and inspiring cooking techniques and best practicesPreventatively maintain all kitchens, store rooms and scullery in a clean sanitary condition according to state health code or regulatory agencyServe as morning or evening cook at the community as neededMaintain inventory control of quantity and condition of all kitchen small wares, equipment and suppliesResponsible for the safe working condition of all food service equipmentPurchase all food and non-food supplies from approved vendors, use local artisan vendors where possibleDirect responsibility of cooks and utility workers.What will I need to be successful in this role?A passion for excellenceBe a great team playerCulinary degree and 3 years professional culinary experience in established scratch cooking food production required. In lieu of culinary degree, candidates that possess 7-10 years professional culinary experience in established scratch cooking food production will be considered. Menu creation and ability to teach cooking techniques, regional cuisines and culinary skills required. Should have extensive experience in a multitude of cuisines and preferably classically trained. Vendor management, purchasing and costing experience preferred.Must possess strong communication and leadership skills.Special Requirements/Certifications I may need?A current Food Handler’s Certificate is requiredWhat’s in it for me? (Great Question!)Competitive paySunday-Thursday work scheduleHealthcare Benefits including Vision & DentalMatching 401kPaid Time OffRewards and Bonus OpportunitiesContinuous Training and Growth OpportunitiesWhat do we do?We create a great place to live for our residents and a great place to work for our associates. Kisco Senior Living has been a dynamic, award-winning leader in the senior living industry for the past 25 years.All offers of employment are subject to satisfying our pre-employment process which includes: successfully passing a drug screen, TB Test and Background Check*Kisco Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer