Executive Chef

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At Friendship Village Tempe, we’re more than a workplace – we’re a community. We’re proud of our vibrant culture, where staff and residents come together to create a welcoming, supportive environment full of compassion, innovation, and fun.

Here’s why you’ll love being part of our team:

✨ A Culture of Hospitality: Every day, we strive to make work feel like home – warm, engaging, and full of life.

🌟 Our Mission & Vision: We live our life-care promise in a community that values individuality, fosters meaningful relationships, and embraces creativity.

💙 Values That Matter: Integrity, respect, passion, and collaboration guide everything we do, ensuring that both our staff and residents thrive.

But don’t just take our word for it – hear from our team firsthand! Check out this video and see why so many love working at Friendship Village Tempe.

👨‍🍳 Now Hiring an Executive Chef – Resort Experience, Leadership & Culinary Excellence! 👨‍🍳

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Executive Chef to lead our culinary team at an upscale retirement community. The ideal candidate will possess extensive resort and large-scale hospitality culinary experience, with a proven track record in managing diverse culinary operations, including buffet, banquets, and fine dining.

Key Qualifications Include:

• Strong leadership skills with experience managing multiple direct reports and fostering a collaborative team environment
• Demonstrated ability to oversee all aspects of culinary operations, ensuring exceptional quality and consistency
• Proven administrative skills, including budget management, inventory control, and staff development
• Extensive experience in a resort or large-scale hospitality setting, handling a variety of dining concepts from casual to upscale

If you are a visionary culinary leader with a passion for excellence and the ability to inspire a team, we invite you to apply and join our team dedicated to providing unforgettable guest experiences.

💰 Salary: $102,000–$112,200/year

📅 Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday Tues-Thurs 9:30am-6:00pm, Friday/Satruday 6:00am-2:30pm - ON CALL Fridays and Saturdays with flexibility required including weekends & holidays

✨ What You’Ll Do:

• Oversee all food preparation, cooking, and baking across multiple dining venues
• Create and execute diverse menus—from fine dining to café-style meals
• Lead and mentor kitchen staff with a focus on teamwork and excellence
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and quality standards
• Manage inventory, ordering, budgets, and vendor relations
• Collaborate with the Director of Dining Services on menu planning and innovation
• Maintain a spotless kitchen and promote a culture of hospitality and professionalism

🎓 What You’Ll Need:

• Culinary degree preferred
• ServSafe® Certified. If not already ServSafe® certified, it is expected that the Executive Chef become certified within 30 days from acceptance of this position.
• 10+ years of experience as an Executive or Executive Sous Chef in high-volume operations
• 7+ years of large-scale catering experience
• 5+ years of multi-venue management 
• Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills
• Understanding of measurements and conversions
• Strong working knowledge of all Windows based computer programs, computerized food productions systems and online ordering platforms
• Comprehensive knowledge of local, state and federal regulations in regards to food safety and sanitation.

🏆 Reputation You Can Trust:

• Top Workplaces Arizona 2023 & 2024: Recognized among the best in the state. 
• USA TODAY Top Workplaces 2024 & 2025: Honored on a national level. 
• TWP USA 2025
• 5-star Medicare.gov rating
• 4.7 stars on Facebook
• 4.4 stars on Glassdoor
• 4.4 stars on Indeed

🔥 Ready to lead with flavor, creativity, and passion? Apply today! 🔥