Chef Manager

Chef ManagerToday is a new day. At Asbury we're filling it with more laughter, more possibilities, more ways to give back, all backed by support for whatever life brings your way. We are an organization with a mindset to help others, a place where seniors continue to teach, learn, and grow, a certified Great Place to Work where you can build a purposeful career. Let's do all the good we can in this world – together.Asbury Methodist Village, a part of Asbury Communities, Inc., the 14th-largest, not-for-profit continuing care retirement community system in the United States as ranked by LeadingAge Ziegler. It's a welcoming environment unmatched in other continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs) in Maryland. In addition, Asbury Methodist Village is proud to hold EAGLE accreditation from the United Methodist Association of Health & Welfare Ministries.Come join our team that continues the legacy of serving the seniors of Montgomery County, MD and surrounding communities.Schedule and CompensationFull Time, 40 hours weeklyVaried shiftsWeekend & holiday rotation$57,000 - $64,300/ annuallyJob DescriptionWe're looking for an experienced Chef Manager to join our culinary team in Gaithersburg, United States. In this role, you will oversee all kitchen operations, lead a team of culinary professionals, and ensure the highest standards of food quality, safety, and service. The ideal candidate will combine strong culinary expertise with proven management capabilities, driving operational excellence while maintaining a positive and productive kitchen environment.Oversee all daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating to ensure consistency and quality standardsSupervise, train, and mentor kitchen staff, providing constructive feedback and fostering professional developmentManage kitchen inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships to optimize costs while maintaining product qualityDevelop and customize menus in collaboration with executive leadership, considering seasonal ingredients and operational capabilitiesEnsure strict adherence to food safety regulations, health codes, and company food handling protocolsMonitor and control food costs, portion sizes, and waste to maintain profitability targetsConduct regular quality control inspections and implement corrective actions as neededSchedule kitchen staff efficiently to meet operational demands and maintain labor cost objectivesMaintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment in compliance with all health and safety standardsCommunicate effectively with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service deliveryAnalyze kitchen performance metrics and implement process improvements to enhance efficiencyQualifications5+ years of professional culinary experience with a minimum of 3 years in a kitchen management or supervisory roleProven expertise in food preparation, cooking techniques, and menu developmentStrong leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and develop staffComprehensive knowledge of food safety regulations, health codes, and sanitation standardsProficiency in inventory management, cost control, and budget analysisExcellent organizational and time management skills with strong attention to detailAbility to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectivelyStrong communication and interpersonal skillsProficiency with kitchen management software and POS systemsServSafe Manager Certification or equivalent food safety certification (preferred)Experience with vendor management and food cost analysis (preferred)Knowledge of scheduling software and staff management systems (preferred)Additional InformationDepending upon the status of the position, Asbury offers generous benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401K with match; PTO and paid holidays.We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.