Head Chef (Weekends) Schedule: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM Supportive Management • Excellent Benefits • Reliable Weekend Schedule About the Role Do you love cooking for people and want your work to make a real difference every day? The W Assisted Living Management Company is looking for a skilled, dependable Head Chef with a “YES WE CAN” attitude to lead our weekend kitchen. You’ll prepare fresh, nourishing meals for our residents, make sure every plate matches their diet and allergy needs, and keep the kitchen running safely and smoothly. If you take pride in great food, a clean kitchen, and caring for seniors, we’d love to meet you. What You’ll Do Food Preparation & Service
- Prepare and cook meals for residents following standardized recipes, portion guidelines, and planned menus
- Serve food based on each resident’s current posted diet and allergy list
- Serve juices and desserts according to individual diets and allergies (Regular, No Concentrated Sweets, and No Salt Added)
- Accommodate special diets and texture modifications (such as low sodium, diabetic, and mechanical soft) as ordered
- Plan food production so meals are ready on time and served at the proper temperature
- Make sure tables are set correctly for each menu (for example, butter knives at every setting when meat is served)
- Lead and support dietary aides and staff during meal prep and service to deliver a positive dining experience
Food Safety, Cleanliness & Sanitation
- Date and label all food in the refrigerator before serving
- Make sure plates are covered and food stays sanitary and at the proper temperature while staff are serving
- Follow and enforce proper dishwashing procedures, including air drying plates, glasses, and coffee cups
- Make sure kitchen and dining room floors and tables are cleaned after every meal
- Follow and enforce hand hygiene, glove changes between tasks, and hairnet use
- Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
- Keep the kitchen, storage areas, and workstations clean, organized, and inspection-ready
Food Storage & Record Keeping
- Store food properly in refrigerated, frozen, and dry storage in line with federal, state, and local health department standards
- Date and label all incoming food deliveries
- Maintain daily logs for:
- Dishwashing temperature and sanitizer PPM
- Refrigerator and freezer temperatures
- Meal attendance
What You Bring
- High school diploma or GED
- Experience in culinary or food service; experience in senior living, healthcare, or institutional kitchens is a plus
- Experience leading a kitchen shift or guiding other staff is preferred
- Food Handler Certification (or ability to obtain one upon hire)
- Knowledge of therapeutic diets, allergy management, and safe food handling and sanitation practices
- Strong attention to detail and comfort with daily record keeping
- A warm, resident-focused attitude and strong communication skills
- Reliability and availability to work every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
What We Offer
- Competitive pay
- Paid time off and paid sick days
- Onsite training
- Unlimited employee referral bonuses
- Growth and development paths tailored to your interests
- Supportive management that has your back
- A reliable, consistent schedule with weekdays free
Why Work at The W Group? The W Group is proud to be the largest provider of senior living and adult care in New York State. Our values-based culture is built on collaboration, encouragement, and camaraderie. Here, your growth is driven by the effort and passion you bring, and your ideas are welcomed and put into action. Join a team where your cooking brings comfort, and your work truly matters.