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St. John's Embrace Living Executive Chef in Rochester, New York
St. John’s is leading and inspiring a shift in society’s views of elderhood. Join our family of dedicated, talented employees who are at the forefront of innovative senior services delivery in this community. St. John’s embraces living every day by fostering a culture that is friendly, respectful, responsive, compassionate, innovative, and fun for both employees and the elders and residents that call St. John’s home.
If this description speaks to you, continue reading about the opportunity of Executive Chef. This is a full time, 40 hours per week position located at St. John’s Meadows.
Position Summary: The Executive Chef is responsible for overall effectiveness of the kitchen of the Dining Services department; selecting, training, and supervising all kitchen personnel; food purchasing, receiving, preparation, sanitation, safety and service for all meals through effective direction and delegation. Responsible for operating within the departmental budget. This person shall possess and execute front of house management knowledge and understanding from a fine dining restaurant/country club model of hospitality and delivery systems for all dining areas and special dining functions at St. John’s Meadows. This person shall be responsible for proactively managing any prescribed back of house budgets, including food and product purchasing as well as labor. Responsibilities include:
Responsible for adhering to dietary standards for Hawthorne residents in accordance with all State and Federal regulations.
Responsible for adhering to New York State Department of Health food safety codes.
Responsible for overseeing the training and Development process of all positions in the back of house and Market Cafe.
Responsible for PEM’s, hiring, training and disciplinary processes of direct reports
Responsible to attend in a timely manner and actively participate in all required staff and management meetings.
Responsible for accurately determining and scheduling of labor cost according to budget, and in case of overtime, to analyze and implement corrective actions and measures.
Communicate all facility policy and procedure and their changes to department staff
Actively participate, oversee and insure proper flow of service during breakfast lunch and dinner and special functions in any and all dining areas.
Responsible for planning, preparation and executions of all catering, dining room, café and special event menus.
Conduct a weekly and formal monthly inventory to be handed into the accounting office.
Oversee the proper use of all temperature logs in kitchen, dining rooms and café areas.
Ensure cleanliness and organization of all kitchen, cafe, dining room and dining areas.
Ensure all appropriate supplies relative to front of house and back of house, including all beverages, food products, etc. in all areas.
Determine resident dining service needs and issues to be addressed and/or resolved immediately and at point of service in all areas.
Ensure correct planning of any and all special food service catering events with appropriate entities and proactively with Dining Service Director, Dining Room Manager & Dining Service Supervisors
Holds regular weekly staff meetings in addition to daily pre-meal and/or post-meal meetings
Maintain and train staff on all SDS books in Kitchen, Employee Health and Protective Services Office.
Assist in pot, pan, dish, and utensil washing, and ensures that dining room staff do same.
Perform all other tasks as required by management.
Qualifications:
High School Graduate or equivalent is required
HACCP/Food Safety Certification is required – St. John’s will provide.
A bachelor’s degree in hospitality management is preferred.
Fluent in the English Language
At Least 5 Years’ experience (three of which in a high management chef’s position) in a high-volume restaurant, hotel, country club or senior living community.
Meet and maintain St. John’s vehicle driving standards.
Physical Requirements:
Sitting, Standing, Squatting, Stooping and Bending .
Walking, lifting, carrying, pulling, pushing, bending, and reaching are required in the accomplishment of tasks. Has the ability to lift 50 lbs.
Exposure to Conditions:
Wet floors, steam, hot water, ovens, grease, cleaning chemicals and small flames.
Check out what we have to offer YOU at https://www.stjohnsliving.org/careers:
Health, dental, vision insurance (30 hours+)
Employer sponsored life insurance & telemedicine (30 hours+)
Weekly paychecks
Competitive pay
Ability to pay your bills before pay day through PayActiv: https://www.payactiv.com/employees/
Free parking
24/7 fitness center
Generous paid time off and holidays
On-site child care
Employee Assistance Plan
Cell phone discounts
Recognition activities and events
St. John’s is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by laws and regulations.