Executive Chef - DSL Wellington

The Arbor at Lake Worth Lake Worth, FL

Variable daytime and evening hours based on business needs

Ready to lead a culinary team where your creativity, leadership, and passion for hospitality truly make an impact?

At The Arbor at Lake Worth, our dining program is about more than great food-it's about creating memorable experiences for our residents every day. We're looking for an experienced Executive Chef who is passionate about culinary excellence, team development, and delivering restaurant-quality dining in a warm, resident-centered environment.

• Competitive salary

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid Time Off

• Free meal each shift

• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment Assistance

• Employee Assistance Program

• Emergency Financial Assistance

• Career advancement opportunities within a growing company

• Supportive leadership and collaborative culture

• Recognized as a Great Place to Work

• Proud to be named one of Fortune Magazine's Best Workplaces in Aging Services

As Executive Chef, you'll oversee the daily culinary operations while creating an exceptional dining experience for our residents by:

• Leading all kitchen operations, including food preparation, production, plating, and service.

• Designing and preparing creative, restaurant-quality menus for daily dining and special events.

• Partnering with the Director of Culinary & Hospitality to manage food costs, labor, inventory, and departmental budgets.

• Training, coaching, and mentoring kitchen team members while fostering a positive, high-performing culture.

• Conducting daily pre-shift meetings and ensuring smooth kitchen operations during service.

• Maintaining high standards for food quality, presentation, consistency, and guest satisfaction.

• Ensuring compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and infection control standards.

• Managing purchasing, inventory levels, and kitchen organization.

• Collaborating with community leadership to plan and execute special events, celebrations, and marketing functions.

• Preparing meals that accommodate residents' special dietary needs, preferences, and physician-ordered restrictions.

• Culinary Arts degree with at least 2 years of culinary leadership experience, or a bachelor's degree with 3 years of leadership experience in a food service environment.

• Previous experience as an Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef, Kitchen Manager, or Culinary Director preferred.

• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.

• Experience managing food costs, inventory, purchasing, and kitchen operations.

• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance.

• Senior living, hospitality, country club, hotel, healthcare, or upscale restaurant experience is a plus.

• Passion for creating exceptional dining experiences and developing high-performing teams.

If you're looking for an opportunity to lead a talented culinary team while enjoying a better work-life balance and making a meaningful difference every day, we'd love to meet you.

Apply today and bring your culinary leadership to The Arbor at Lake Worth!

Florida Applicants: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Level 2 AHCA Clearinghouse background screening.

The Arbor Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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