Executive Chef – Luxury Hospitality Senior Living

About the Opportunity

Forefront Culinary & Support Services Spring Harbor is seeking an accomplished Executive Chef to lead and elevate our culinary program for their premier senior living community in Columbus GA. This is a high-impact leadership role for a chef who brings a strong background in upscale dining country clubs resorts or high-end hospitality and who thrives in creating exceptional dining experiences.

Forefront Healthcare & Support Services is proud to be named Modern Healthcares #1 Best Places to Work and we are committed to providing innovative high-quality dining and hospitality experiences in senior living and healthcare communities.

Spring Harbor Senior Living and Care Community ( Senior Living Retirement Community in Columbus GA Spring Harbor ) is recognized for its exceptional hospitality culture refined dining standards and commitment to delivering an elevated culinary experience for its residents and guests.

We are seeking a polished innovative culinary leader with a background in high-end country clubs luxury hotels upscale resorts or premier private clubs. This role is ideal for an Executive Chef who thrives in a guest-focused environment enjoys creating memorable culinary experiences and leads with creativity professionalism and strong operational discipline.

Position Summary

The Executive Chef will oversee all culinary operations for multiple dining venues including restaurant-style service upscale events seasonal experiences and catered functions. This leadership role requires a strong balance of culinary artistry and operational expertise with responsibility for menu development cost management team leadership and overall dining program excellence.

The ideal candidate is a forward-thinking hands-on chef with exceptional leadership skills and the ability to drive quality consistency and innovation across all aspects of the culinary program.

Qualifications :

Key Responsibilities

Culinary Leadership

• Develop and execute sophisticated seasonal menus showcasing fresh high-quality ingredients.
• Elevate dining standards with exceptional flavor presentation and creativity.
• Lead high-end events chef tables specialty dinners and holiday celebrations.
• Maintain a strong presence in the dining program engaging with residents and guests.

Operational Management

• Direct all culinary operations: production procurement inventory sanitation and food safety.
• Manage food and labor budgets while maintaining elevated culinary quality.
• Implement systems and standards that support operational efficiency and consistency.
• Build strong vendor relationships and ensure top-tier ingredient sourcing.

Team Development & Leadership

• Recruit mentor and develop a talented culinary team.
• Foster a positive collaborative kitchen environment focused on excellence and growth.
• Provide ongoing training in culinary technique standards and hospitality-focused service.

Guest Experience & Engagement

• Build relationships with residents and guests to understand preferences and tailor dining experiences.
• Champion a culture of hospitality warmth and elevated service.
• Serve as a culinary ambassador representing the dining program with passion and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as an Executive Chef in a high-end country club luxury hotel resort private club or upscale hospitality environment.
• Proven success leading multi-outlet culinary operations.
• Strong financial acumen; experienced with food cost labor management inventory and forecasting.
• Exceptional leadership communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead a polished guest-focused culinary program with creativity and precision.
• Culinary degree or formal training preferred.

Additional Information :

Ideal Candidate

We are seeking an Executive Chef who is:

• Creative polished and passionate about the craft of cooking.
• Skilled at balancing innovation with operational discipline.
• A strong leader who mentors and develops a cohesive team.
• Highly organized calm under pressure and guest-focused.
• Experienced in upscale dining environments where presentation service and consistency matter.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time