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Chef

$32 per hour

Willow Valley Communities

Overview

Chef

Willow Valley Communities | Lakes Building
Lead, Create, and Inspire in an Exceptional Culinary Environment!

Are you a passionate culinary professional ready to lead a talented team while creating outstanding dining experiences? Willow Valley Communities is seeking an experienced Chef to oversee kitchen operations, mentor culinary talent, and help deliver exceptional meals for our Residents every day.
Why Choose Willow Valley Communities?
Outstanding Benefits & Perks
  • Comprehensive Benefits : Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Weekly Pay! Get paid every Friday!
  • Excellent 401(k) Package
  • Tuition Reimbursement & Scholarship Opportunities
  • Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities
  • Access to Premier On-Site Amenities: Fitness Center, Spa, Cafés, and Swimming Pools
  • And so much more!
Compensation
  • $32.00/per hour+ based on experience (Salaried Position)
What You'll Do

As Chef, you will lead kitchen operations while ensuring quality, efficiency, and an exceptional dining experience for our Residents.
Key Responsibilities
  • Directly supervise all kitchen personnel, including hiring qualified candidates, scheduling and supervising staff, evaluating performance, recognizing achievements, and initiating performance improvement plans when needed.
  • Provide training and mentoring to Sous Chefs and all related Culinary positions.
  • Schedule Culinary Team Members to meet operational needs while adhering to labor budget guidelines and maintaining accurate timekeeping records.
  • Train and instruct team members on proper food handling, preparation, and cooking techniques while overseeing activities in kitchens, cooking stations, grill stations, and menu lines.
  • Conduct daily production meetings and effectively communicate recipe updates, product changes, and procedural modifications to ensure quality expectations are met.
  • Maintain accurate inventories, forecast food consumption, order food and supplies, and manage records within the food management system to support efficient operations.
  • Manage food costs through effective staff supervision, meal production control, waste reduction, utilization of leftovers, and portion control.
  • Conduct routine dining room rounds to interact with Residents and assess satisfaction.
  • Participate in audits and reporting activities that support quality improvement initiatives.
  • Attend Resident Committee meetings as required.
  • Conduct training programs on cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety in accordance with designated FOCUS in-service requirements, while monitoring sanitation practices to ensure compliance with standards.
  • Collaborate with department team members to plan innovative seasonal menus and recipes.
  • Plan, cook, and oversee special catering events throughout the community and Cultural Center.
Qualifications •
  • Associate's Degree (A.A.) from a culinary or related college or university with 4 years of experience in: Food and labor cost control, Demonstration cooking, Menu development
  • Experience: Interviewing, hiring, and training Team Members
  • P&L accountability and/or contract-managed service experience preferred
  • Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered
Schedule

Full-Time | 40 Hours per Week (Salaried Position)
  • Mid-shift: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • + every other weekend & some holidays
Location

Lakes Campus
300 Willow Valley Square
Lancaster, PA 17602
Join Our Culinary Team!

Willow Valley Communities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Vacancy posted 22 hours ago
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