Executive Chef
Wind Crest by Erickson Senior Living
Executive Chef
Wind Crest by Erickson Senior Living
About the Role
Join our team as an Executive Chef and bring your passion for exceptional food, collaboration, and culinary excellence to a group of award-winning chefs and dining leaders. We’re seeking a hospitality-driven professional with a proven track record of success who can elevate our innovative Signature Dining Programs. In this role, you’ll lead from the front—championing from-scratch cooking, delivering chef-inspired menus, and creating memorable dining experiences that reflect both creativity and high standards of execution.
Responsibilities
- Ensure efficient and high-quality food purchasing, preparation, and presentation within budget
- Supervise all kitchen staff and oversee BOH systems, core menus, and recipe management
- Maintain kitchen and equipment sanitation; conduct monthly internal sanitation audits
- Ensure compliance with all federal and state food safety regulations (Health Dept./HAACP)
- Partner with General Manager to address and resolve food production or presentation issues
- Maintain high standards for food quality and plate presentation
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years Executive Chef experience.
- Fine dining experience a plus.
- Knowledge of ala carte and catering trends with focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls and food presentation
- Good knowledge of PC software and POS systems (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point).
Compensation
- Base pay: $80K - $90K/yr
Why this role might be a fit
Wind Crest offers 401(k) with a 3% company match plus shift differentials of $1-$3/hour for evenings, nights, and weekends. As a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) in Highlands Ranch, you work with residents across independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing—varied experience in one location.
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