Allegro Fort Lauderdale is seeking an incredible Chef to join our dining team! If you have previous experience as a Director of Dining, Executive Chef, Sous Chef or Garde Manager in a restaurant or catering setting - we want you to apply today. This is an upscale Senior Living community with various dining rooms and bistros/restaurants. Must be available to work weekends, nights (about 9pm), and holidays and comfortable leading a team without any supervision at times, ensuring a smooth shift. Apply today to meet the team and tour our kitchen! Allegro , Voted Great Place to Work! At Allegro Senior Living we are committed to being a premier senior living operator, placing people at the center of everything we do. Our pledge to offer the highest quality of service begins with our commitment to finding qualified team members who share our passion for providing an inspiring level of care and service. We cultivate a supportive and flexible working environment that motivates and empowers our team members to meet and exceed our residents expectations. The only thing missing is YOU! The primary responsibility of the Lead Cook is to prepare food of the highest quality and taste for the residents and guests of the Community, ensuring that the food presentation enhances the dining experience of the residents and guests. The Lead Cook will also assist the Dining Services Director (DSD) in managing the operation of the DS department to include staffing, food ordering, preparation, menu planning, food delivery, and sanitation in accordance with appropriate industry and health department regulations. Areas of Responsibility + Prepare delicious and attractive food that is colorful and tastefully presented, making each meal service an exceptional occasion. + Supervise the kitchen under the direction of the DSD. + Maintain kitchen and food preparation areas in a clean and sanitary manner. + Prepare high quality meals consistent with local customs and tastes. Consistently adhere to the standard recipes, posted approved menus, budgeted costs, and Company policies. + Approach residents and associates in a friendly, service-oriented manner. + Monitor water, food, refrigerator, and freezer temperatures and/or chemical compounds as appropriate to ensure the prevention of food borne illness and the spread of communicable disease. + Prepare high quality meals consistent with local customs and tastes. Consistently adhere to the standard recipes, posted approved menus, budgeted costs, and Company policies. + Work closely with the Lead Server in training and scheduling associates. + Participate in recruitment, selection, and orientation of new DS associates. + Other duties as assigned – see full job description. Qualifications Required Qualifications + Must be a minimum of 18 years of age. + Must have state specific Food Manager Certification or be able to certify within 30 days of hire. + Must have a positive Criminal Background Screening. + The Community is a drug free workplace; associates are subject to adherence to the Company Drug Free Workplace policy. Preferred Qualifications + Minimum of three (3) year food service (or related field) preferred. + Some software and computer skills preferred. Perks & Benefits + Competitive Pay + Affordable Health Insurance Plans + Life Insurance and Disability Plans + 401(k) Retirement Savings + Time off Benefits + Associate Recognition and Anniversary Awards + Employee Assistance Program + Associate & Resident Referral Bonus Program + Associate Satisfaction Surveys + Fun Work Environment! Love Management Company, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.