Executive Chef

When you work at The Arlington
, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What’s more, you are part of an extraordinary company – one that’s investing in the future of senior living by investing in you. Don’t just do a job. Be part of an extraordinary life!

The Arlington is recruiting for a hospitality focused Executive Chef to join our team! The Executive Chef is responsible for the overall coordination of food preparation, cooking and baking activities, dietary standards, the quality and nutritional value of foods prepared and maintaining a positive, courteous work environment for staff and residents. This person is a key member of the culinary departments management team adhering to policies and procedures and upholding the Community’s mission, philosophy, values and the Company’s vision, principles and Hospitality Promises.

Starting salary of $90,000 - commensurate with fine culinary experience.

As our culinary leader, you'll oversee daily kitchen operations and create an exceptional dining experience for residents.

• Lead, coach, schedule, and develop kitchen team members.
• Recruit, hire, train, and support staff performance.
• Plan menus and oversee meal preparation for all levels of care.
• Ensure meals meet quality, presentation, dietary, and food safety standards.
• Engage with residents to gather feedback and enhance dining services.
• Manage food ordering, receiving, inventory, and budget performance.
• Maintain compliance with sanitation, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Promote a culture of hospitality, teamwork, and resident satisfaction.

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts preferred.
• 3+ years of leadership experience as a Chef, Sous Chef, or Kitchen Manager.
• Experience in senior living, healthcare, hospitality, or food service preferred.
• Current Serv Safe® certification and required state certifications.
• Strong knowledge of culinary operations, menu planning, food safety, and budgeting.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while delivering exceptional service.

Many roles in the community may require that we ask about your vaccination status. This could include MMR, chicken pox, hepatitis, flu and COVID-19 vaccine status.

This position requires background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information, please visit: