Job Description
Are you a passionate culinary leader who loves creating fresh, seasonal menus and leading a high-performing kitchen team? Join Leisure Care communities as our Chef at Fairwinds West Hills, where hospitality, creativity, and community come together.
At Leisure Care managed communities, we deliver hospitality-based senior living services that feel like home. Our dining programs are a cornerstone of resident satisfaction, and our chefs play a vital leadership role.
We’re proud to be a Certified Great Place to Work and recognized by Fortune as one of the Best Workplaces in Aging Services.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead, manage, and inspire the kitchen team to deliver exceptional dining experiences
• Prepare and oversee high-quality, scratch-made menu items with consistent presentation
• Develop creative, seasonal menus that reflect resident preferences and dietary needs
• Maintain food quality, safety, sanitation, and ServSafe standards
• Manage food costs, inventory, and kitchen budget effectively
• Train, coach, and develop culinary team members for growth and success
Qualifications
• 5 years of kitchen experience
• 2+ years of experience as a Chef or Executive Chef (restaurant, hotel, or senior living preferred)
• Strong leadership and team-building skills
• Proven creativity with menu development and flavor profiles
• High attention to detail across all kitchen operations
• ServSafe Certification
Benefits & Perks
We offer one of the most competitive benefits packages in the industry:
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Early Wage Access – get paid when you need it
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off:
• 10 vacation days
• Sick leave accrued at 1 hour per 30 hours worked
• Bereavement & jury duty leave
• 8 Paid Holidays (including 2 floating holidays)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health & Dependent Care)
• Meal Discounts
• Tuition Assistance
• Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance, AD&D
• Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity Coverage
Ready to Turn Up the Heat? If you’re ready to bring your culinary talent to a company that values creativity, teamwork, and career growth, apply today!
Leisure Care is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination or harassment in all employment practices based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, ****** orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, or any other protected status. Reasonable accommodations are provided as required by law.
Florida Residents: This role may require compliance with Florida’s background screening process. Details on the background screening clearinghouse and related requirements are available here: https://info.flclearinghouse.com
At Leisure Care managed communities, we deliver hospitality-based senior living services that feel like home. Our dining programs are a cornerstone of resident satisfaction, and our chefs play a vital leadership role.
We’re proud to be a Certified Great Place to Work and recognized by Fortune as one of the Best Workplaces in Aging Services.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead, manage, and inspire the kitchen team to deliver exceptional dining experiences
• Prepare and oversee high-quality, scratch-made menu items with consistent presentation
• Develop creative, seasonal menus that reflect resident preferences and dietary needs
• Maintain food quality, safety, sanitation, and ServSafe standards
• Manage food costs, inventory, and kitchen budget effectively
• Train, coach, and develop culinary team members for growth and success
Qualifications
• 5 years of kitchen experience
• 2+ years of experience as a Chef or Executive Chef (restaurant, hotel, or senior living preferred)
• Strong leadership and team-building skills
• Proven creativity with menu development and flavor profiles
• High attention to detail across all kitchen operations
• ServSafe Certification
Benefits & Perks
We offer one of the most competitive benefits packages in the industry:
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Early Wage Access – get paid when you need it
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off:
• 10 vacation days
• Sick leave accrued at 1 hour per 30 hours worked
• Bereavement & jury duty leave
• 8 Paid Holidays (including 2 floating holidays)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health & Dependent Care)
• Meal Discounts
• Tuition Assistance
• Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance, AD&D
• Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity Coverage
Ready to Turn Up the Heat? If you’re ready to bring your culinary talent to a company that values creativity, teamwork, and career growth, apply today!
Leisure Care is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination or harassment in all employment practices based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, ****** orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, or any other protected status. Reasonable accommodations are provided as required by law.
Florida Residents: This role may require compliance with Florida’s background screening process. Details on the background screening clearinghouse and related requirements are available here: https://info.flclearinghouse.com
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Chef position is now open for candidates interested in the Cook / Chef Jobs sector. This role in Los Angeles offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Cook / Chef Jobs is a plus.