Executive Chef

Description

We have an immediate opening for Executive Chef for our beautiful independent living community for active seniors in Beverly – Colonial Gardens.

**We are currently offering a $1000 retention bonus payable after 90 days of continuous employment**

WHY would you consider being a team member with Hawthorn?

Hawthorn is a privately owned senior housing company. We pride ourselves on hard-work, integrity, operating with total transparency and believing that you never go wrong doing the right thing.

We believe that our commitment to people is the reason we have one of the highest occupancies in the industry.

Our foundation of principles and philosophies don’t work for everyone, but they may be just what you’re looking for

Overall Job Purpose:

Ensuring the Community’s kitchen produces three (3) high quality, great tasting, well presented and nutritious meals every day, 365 days per year, made from scratch for the Community’s residents while remaining on budget in a clean and safe kitchen environment. Providing leadership for kitchen staff by inspiring and motivating each employee to perform successfully.

Minimum Job Qualifications:

• Prior culinary experience or successful hands-on work experience in high-volume cooking.
• Prior management experience preferred.

About Our Benefits:

We offer competitive compensation and a benefit package that includes paid time off and the opportunity to elect healthcare, dental, vision and disability benefits, as well as supplemental life insurance. In addition, we offer a 401k plan with a match determined by the Company and an employee assistant program (EAP). We also have a very unique culture and love to celebrate year-round!

How to Apply:

If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume for consideration.

Listen to the testimonial of Executive Chefs who share the joy that comes with showing our residents love through great food, and the work-life balance as compared to the grind of a restaurant-style job. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3DYt7eVxSWo

We do pre-employment background checks, employment verifications and reference checks. Colonial Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre‑employment background checks, employment verification, and reference checks, as permitted by law. Hawthorn Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
• At Hawthorn Senior Living, we offer competitive compensation and a robust benefits package designed to support our employees' well‑being. Benefits may include paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and disability coverage; and supplemental life insurance. Eligible employees may also participate in a 401(k) plan with a company‑determined match and have access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Beyond benefits, we are proud of our unique culture and enjoy celebrating our team throughout the year.