Job description

An industry leading hospitality food service group, Unidine is driven by its exceptional people sharing their passion, creativity and talent to craft memorable guest experiences. Unidine’s commitment to scratch cooking, innovative programs, venue concepts and services continue to push boundaries and modernize dining programs for hundreds of clients around the nation.

Our restaurants, bars, cafeterias and bistros offer a place for guests to enjoy something extraordinary. That is why we believe that using the freshest ingredients makes for the best dishes, staying ahead of industry trends pushes us to be innovative, and giving team members the right tools and resources helps them to perform their best. Come and join our award-winning team!

We are currently hiring for an Executive Chef for a premier senior living community in Lacey, WA.

Working as an Executive Chef, you are responsible for overseeing all culinary functions for a dining account. You will manage and lead a team of associates and oversee all safety and sanitation as it pertains to the account. Additionally, as part of the culinary team, you will be responsible for the following:

What you'll be doing:

• Responsible for overseeing kitchen operations while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for the staff.
• Manages Inventory, budgeting, menu planning, training, plating and all kitchen staff from sous chef to dishwasher
• Ensure high standard of food quality and that service runs smoothly and efficiently
• Plans regular and modified menus according to established guidelines
• Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation based on Company and regulatory standards
• Establishes and maintains cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage and work areas. Ensures that kitchen staff follows and completes schedules as assigned
• Maintains inventory of food and non-food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring that necessary product is available when needed
• Makes all decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products staying within Company guidelines for such products

Preferred Qualifications:

• Culinary degree preferred
• Three to five years of culinary management experience
• High volume production and catering experience is essential
• Previous experience managing cost controls
• Desire to learn and grow with a top notch foodservice company

Associates at Unidine are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $74,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years

Pay rate:

• Yearly pay

Shift:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work setting:

• Casual dining restaurant
• Nursing home
• Rehabilitation center
• Upscale casual restaurant

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lacey, WA 98516: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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