**Executive Chef**

Colorado Springs, CO / Dining Services Executive Chef / Full-time Working at MBK Senior Living is more than a job-it is an opportunity to enrich the lives of seniors, their families, the professionals that serve them plus be a part of a dynamic and growing team! Our positions provide the opportunity for associates to share their passion and dedication while making a difference in the lives of our storied residents every day.

We are currently seeking an Executive Chef at our community, The Palisades at Broadmoor Park, in Colorado Springs, CO.

Pay Range: 60-70k

The Executive Chef runs the overall dining program from selecting quality culinary team members, managing budgets, implementing seasonal menus, and placing orders with our vendors. The Executive Chef is the key force driving the dining department providing quality service to our residents with healthy meals and exceptional hospitality. The Executive Chef is responsible to ensure that MBKs Signature dining program is followed through at the community and is providing the best dining experience for our residents at all times. **Essential Job Duties**

Works with the Executive Director to plan and oversee the activities of the community dining services and initiate action plans where necessary.

Coordinate menus for activity and marketing functions by consulting with relevant departments.

Control food cost and food waste while maintaining high quality food to the satisfaction of the residents.

Flexibility to work weekend, evening work required, if needed to ensure shift coverage and for quality checks

Take food inventory at least once per month or as instructed and ensure Inventory Control (where relevant)

Manage and control monthly spend downs to match with the allocated budget.

Make daily inspections of workstations and practices to ensure that sanitation guidelines are being followed.

Personally, talk to the residents at their tables (table touches) during each meal while on duty.(other times delegated personnel should be doing table touches)

Maintain records (applicable) and communicate to the team when there is a change in a residents diet requirements

Order raw food and supplies within budgetary guidelines maintaining quality, consistency and variety.

Assisting in preparation of meals, covering cooks/chefs days off/vacation.

Prepare shift scheduling for kitchen and front of house staffs

Assist in menu planning to assure residents nutritional needs and satisfaction.

Preparing and monitoring cleaning schedule in the kitchen to assure that the department meets MBK standards.

Maintain accurate records of coaching and disciplinary actions.

Participate as instructed in the sales process of potential residents.

Any other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of the community they work.

Plans menus and menu cycles according to cultural and regional food preferences, and resident dietary guidelines.

Adjusts recipes to appropriate yield.

Monitors the quality and consistency of the food to include food temperatures, portion control, palatability and attractiveness of food, and implements changes to ensure quality according to established standards.

Observes staffs engaged in preparing, portioning, and garnishing foods to ensure that methods of cooking and garnishing and sizes of portions are as recommended.

Cooks, carves meats, and prepares dishes.

Orders food and chemical supplies for the kitchen; receives and validates all food deliveries against order form.

Conducts regular Quality Assurance Audits(frequency as set by the dining services manual)

Oversee and practice safe and sanitary food handling and loss prevention procedures.

Selects, schedules, and conducts orientation and in-service educational programs for kitchen and front of house personnel.

Monitors monthly expenditures to include explanation of significant variances to ensure compliance with budget.

Adhere to and carry out all MBK policies and procedures.

Adhere to Rights and responsibilities of the residents at the communities.

Report any incidents/accidents to the supervisor immediately

Establish and maintain constructive working relationships with coworkers, residents, families and visitors.

Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information pertaining to residents, facility operations and personnel.

Promote teamwork in providing services to residents.

**Knowledge and Skills**

Knowledge of how to manage a budget and complete a par inventory, and ordering procedures.

Strong supervisory, leadership, management and coaching skills

Ability to deal effectively with employees and residents during conflicts or stressful situations

Ability to understand and administer all policies and procedures

Proficient computer skills to include; various computer programs, Microsoft Office programs, e-mail and the Internet.

Background clearances (as required by government regulations) is mandatory.

Must be able to explain and communicate information to a wide audience and at different levels of understanding, both in writing and verbally

Must be able to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant, and to remain calm during stressful or emergency situations

Must be able to deal tactfully and professionally at all times with personnel, residents, family members, and guests

**Requirements**

High School diploma or GED preferred (Culinary or Hospitality degree preferred).

Minimum 5 years of management experience in a food service environment (commercial cooking), preferably in a senior living environment.

Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English

ServSafe Food Safety Manager Certified or be willing to complete the Course within 60 days of joining

Have interest and enjoy working with the seniors.

Ability to handle multiple priorities and work in a fast paced environment.

Proficient organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.

Heated/Air-conditioned, well-lit facility with minimal barriers

Weekend work expected (as required)

Hands on cooking is a requirement as part of this job (this is not an office job)

Must be able to push, pull, squat, bend, reach and stretch without distress

Must be able to tolerate extended periods of walking and standing,

Bending or kneeling to perform cleaning tasks in the kitchen and dining room areas

Able to perform the physical requirements of the job

Must be mobile and able to move intermittently throughout the work day and throughout the community

Ability to lift/carry up to 50lbs., push and pull carts as necessary

May need to assist in the moving of residents in emergency situations

MBK Senior Living is a dynamic, growing company that opened its first senior living community in 2004. We currently have thirty-five communities in six states. As an MBK community team member, you will enjoy the genuine spirit of caring and collaboration that makes each of our communities so well respected within their local neighborhood. In addition, you will become part of an ever increasing community of professionals who have the passion and dedication of building meaningful relationships with our residents and their families now and for years to come.

We offer a rich benefits package comprising of the following: competitive salaries with opportunities for growth; 401(k) retirement plan with up to 4% employer matching; comprehensive industry leading medical, dental and vision insurance; company-provided life, disability and AD&D insurance; flexible spending accounts, generous paid time off including vacation and sick time, holidays, and bereavement leave; and a variety of programs including leadership development, training, and personal coaching; education loan assistance and scholarships; daily living, financial and legal services; childcare and eldercare assistance; employee discounts; and health and wellness resources that