About this role
Vi is recognized as a Great Place to Work and one of Glassdoor's 100 Best Companies to work for. Learn from the best and accelerate your career with Vi.
What We Offer:
- Competitive pay
- Exceptional benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off - start accruing on day one
- 401k with company match
- Paid maternity and paternity benefits
- Award-winning training and development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Luxury work environment
- Meaningful and rewarding work
Vi at Aventura is located at 19333 W. Country Club Drive, Aventura FL 33180
Responsibilities
Executive Chef
A rare and enviable opportunity exists for a highly accomplished professional to direct all aspects of the daily kitchen food production and support special functions and outside catering events. The selected candidate is part of the community's management team and will have significant responsibility for ensuring a high quality food product and welcoming atmosphere and presentation experience for Residents and guests.
Qualifications
Qualified applicants are required to possess a minimum 10 years of progressive experience in quality Food & Beverage operations management in a high-end restaurant, club, hotel, or senior living company with working knowledge of budgets, reporting, training and staff management skills. Previous oversight of multiple Food & Beverage venues is preferred. Prior experience using a Point of Sale (POS) system is preferred. High school diploma or GED equivalent is required. Culinary Arts Degree is preferred. Current state health and sanitation certification is required. Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) designation is a plus. Ability to become CDM and Certified Executive Chef (CEC) is preferred. Must possess a valid and current driver's license, where applicable. Current CPR and First Aid certifications are required or must be willing and able to become CPR and First Aid certified.
Additional requirements include:
Ability to supervise, hire, train and motivate staff
Knowledge of basic nutrition and healthy cooking techniques
A strong systems orientation with Microsoft office skills and experience with a Point of Sale (POS) system
Effective communication and team-building skills
High school diploma or GED required, Culinary arts degree preferred
Current state health and sanitation certification
Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) and Certified Executive Chef (CEC) is a plus or ability to become is preferred
Valid driver's license where applicable.
The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.
This position requires compliance with Florida’s Care Provider Background Screening process. Please see the Clearinghouse screening information here: https://info.flclearinghouse.com.
Pay Range
USD $91,545.19 - USD $119,016.20 /Yr.
Other facts
About Vi Living
Vi is an owner, operator, and developer of exclusive Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs) with locations in some of the most desirable areas throughout the United States.
Recognized as a top employer, we are committed to enhancing the lives of our residents, and investing in the development of our employees.
From the service our communities provide to the entrepreneurial spirit that drives our culture, Vi offers talented, motivated individuals an inspiring and fulfilling place to thrive. Learn more about us and apply today!
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What you'll do
- The Executive Chef will direct all aspects of daily kitchen food production and support special functions and outside catering events. They will ensure a high-quality food product and a welcoming atmosphere for residents and guests.
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