Executive Chef

Are you passionate about serving seniors?  Do you want to be part of team that strives to create experiences that celebrate our seniors? 

Clearwater Ahwatukee is a premier luxury senior living community in Phoenix, AZ and is looking for an Executive Chef to join the team!

Clearwater Living associates enjoy great benefits:

• Excellent benefits


• 401(k)contributions


• Paid Time Off and sick leave


• Exciting opportunities to grow


• Dynamic and fast paced environment


• Culture of people first and service always

If you are looking for a fast paced and exciting opportunity to lead a team in a new kitchen then look no further! A highly rewarding and challenging opportunity for a Executive Chef awaits you at our community. Join us in our endeavor to create experiences that celebrate your relevance.

The responsibilities of the Executive Chef are to prepare food of the highest quality and taste for the residents, guests, and team members at the community in accordance with the recipes and planned menus provided. Provides directions to Cooks and Dishwashers in the absence of the Culinary Director.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all food items in accordance with planned menus and recipes provided and ensure the meals are appetizing, nutritional, and meet any special dietary requests or requirements


• Ensure all food is served at the correct temperature and charted as such


• Ensure there is proper plate presentation


• Consult with the Culinary Director on any menu changes or substations


• Ensure food storage areas are clean and organized at all times


• Prepare food in accordance with all governmental, sanitary, and dietitian regulations as well as established policies and procedures


• Take care of food orders when they arrive in a timely manner


• Record temperatures of refrigerators, freezers, and dishwashers


• Responsible for cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas


• May supervise Cooks, Dishwashers, and, at times, Servers


• Prepare upcoming menu items ensuring they are stocked, and pulled as directed by recipes


• Responsible for safe storage and efficient use of all items within the kitchen’s inventory


• Deliver all invoices to Food and Beverage Director in a timely fashion


• Maintain records or meals served and records of food and supplies used as required


• Look for ways to reduce costs and create efficiencies on a daily basis


• Ensure regulatory compliance and report any issues or concerns immediately


• Comply with Clearwater Living standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient community operations


• Display a positive and professional image through actions and maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working


• Represent the Clearwater Living principles and core values on a daily basis


• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned or required

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED


• AA degree preferred or a minimum of two years of work experience in the industry


• Serve safe certificate preferred


• Current First Aid certificate


• Background clearances as required by government regulations


• Must meet health requirements, including TB test

Clearwater Living is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.