You make sure that quality is at the heart of every dish.

Youre always cooking up something new, fresh, and creative and you love sharing your culinary gift with others. You come to work every day with a smile and are ready to serve and direct all aspects of the dining experience. Being dependable and hardworking are important to you and you know that people and food are a happy combination! Whip up your own recipe for personal growth and fulfillment as a Chef/Production Manager at Ohio Living.

Why Ohio Living is different

• Better schedules. Unlike restaurant work, we are typically done by 8pm. Youll love not having to work until 2am closing times.
• A feel-good role. Meals are important to everyone and youll be the bearer of great food. That allows you to make connections with residents and patients, becoming a welcome and enjoyable part of their days. Its rewarding for you, too.
• Fun challenges. We have a dining room with tablecloths and servers, and we also deliver meals to rooms. We cook for everything from formal galas to barbeques and taco bars. We invite our residents to take part in cooking classes. Youll find every day unique and uniquely enjoyable.
• Plenty to learn. Youll learn a lot from our amazing chefs and cooks. You can help with menus and participate in our annual culinary competition. We bring in experts to train you and offer online courses from Rouxbe. And youll have room to move up into leadership roles if you desire.
• Attractive pay and benefits. We offer everything you expect, plus a retirement plan, paid time off, education assistance, pay advances up to $500, recognition programs and free meals.

What youll do

Youll prepare outstanding food in accordance with planned menus, following quality standards and sanitary regulations all while supervising the cooking staff. Well rely on you for timely preparation and delivery, portion control and inventory management, as well as proper maintenance and cleanup in the kitchen. You may also assist with catering and special events. Youll go the extra mile to get the job done and to make sure that the resident dining experience is second to none!

What it takes

• Associate degree in culinary, hospitality, nutritional services, or a related field required
• ServSafe certification required or willing to obtain within a reasonable timeframe
• Five years experience in direct food service operational management required
• Experience in a supervisory capacity in a long-term care facility, hospital, or other related medical facility preferred
• Knowledge of dietary practices/therapy and procedures preferred
• Strong knowledge of cooking methods and food and catering trends
• Experience in menu planning and development, food cost control, food purchasing, and inventory control required
• Financial management and budgetary accounting skills required

Ohio Living Llanfair is one of Cincinnatis premier retirement communities, located in the College Hill area. We offer long-term nursing care, memory care, short-term rehabilitation, outpatient therapy and assisted living, as well as independent living apartments and cape cod homes. Most importantly, were a company that:

• chooses to operate as a faith-based, not-for-profit organization
• makes its mission the heart of our organization by consistently exceeding the needs and expectations of those we serve
• provides an engaging, recognition centered, team-oriented workplace dedicated to career, family and faith

Why work at Ohio Living Llanfair?

Our residents and employees have access to the campus wellness center that has a variety of workout equipment and an indoor track. Depending on an employees status, they may benefit from:

• competitive wages
• affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 403b retirement savings
• paid time off including your birthday
• training, continuing education, and education assistance
• pay advances up to $500
• free meals/meal allowance
• the latest technology
• unlimited career opportunities
• and much more!

Who is Ohio Living?

Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio Living is one of the nations largest not-for-profit, multi-site senior living organizations. Since its founding in 1922, Ohio Living has defined the highest standards of quality of life for adults in 50 Ohio counties.

Our mission is to provide adults with caring and quality services toward the enhancement of physical, mental and spiritual well-being consistent with the Christian Gospel.

Our Values: Care Integrity Customer Service Innovation

Financial Stewardship Leadership Inclusion