Executive Chef

Executive Chef Full Time PAY RATE BETWEEN $35.02 - $38.65/HOUR Make a meaningful impact with Three Pillars Senior Living Communities, located in Dousman, WI! Were seeking compassionate team members who embrace our core values: Respect, Commitment, Fulfillment, Empathy, and Fun!

Our Team Members Say It Best, at Three Pillars, youll be:

• Valued for your dedication and compassion
• Empowered to grow-both professionally and personally
• Inspired by a strong culture of care and collaboration
• Welcomed into a close-knit, mission-driven community

Executive Chef Requirements:

• 5+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience, preferably in multi-outlet operations (restaurant, caf?, catering).
• Proven expertise in menu creation, event execution, and cost control.
• Strong leadership and team development skills with a focus on engagement and retention.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication abilities.
• Food safety certification required (ServSafe or equivalent).
• Culinary degree or equivalent experience strongly preferred.

What youll do as an Executive Chef:

• Direct day-to-day culinary operations of the cafe, restaurant, and catering kitchens.
• Lead menu and recipe planning and development including seasonal offerings.
• Ensure consistency, creativity, and excellence in food presentation and quality.
• Oversee planning and execution of all catered events, from menu design to service.
• Partner with FOH management to coordinate logistics and ensure seamless guest experiences.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate culinary staff to build a skilled, motivated team.
• Develop staff through regular coaching and cross-training opportunities.
• Promote a positive, collaborative, and professional kitchen culture.
• Create and manage kitchen staff schedules to balance business needs and labor efficiency.
• Ensure appropriate staffing levels for cafe, restaurant, and catering operations.
• Oversee ordering, receiving, and monthly inventory of food and kitchen supplies.
• Monitor food costs, portion control, and waste management to meet budget goals.
• Maintain vendor relationships and ensure quality products at competitive pricing.
• Enforce compliance with health, sanitation, and safety regulations.
• Implement and monitor food safety programs (HACCP, ServSafe, or equivalent).
• Ensure safe handling, storage, and security of food and equipment.
• Work closely with FOH management to align service flow and guest experience.
• Partner with leadership team to develop strategic initiatives, special promotions, and new business opportunities.
• Participate in management meetings to align operations with organizational goals.
• Must be available days, nights and weekends. This position is not remote.

Benefits & Perks: (* For full time employees working 30+ hours per week)

• Paid Time Off
• Low- to No-Cost Wellness Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement & Scholarships
• Medical, Dental, Vision & FSA
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Emergency Loan Assistance
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Come Grow with Three Pillars: Three Pillars Senior Living Communities is a not-for-profit organization sponsored by the Masonic Fraternity. Three Pillars takes pride in meeting the social, physical, and spiritual needs of older adults through high-quality housing and services via:

• Independent Living
• Assisted Living
• Memory Care
• Short-Term Rehab
• Long-Term Skilled Nursing Three Pillars is more than a senior living community, its a family. Come join our growing family!