Executive Chef

Location:

We are seeking a talented and experienced Executive Chef to lead culinary operations across two distinct dining venues:

• Fireside Restaurant – A full-service fine dining restaurant delivering an elevated dinner experience
• Potomac Café – A dynamic, all-day café offering deli selections and cook-to-order meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner

We are looking for a strong hospitality leader with a proven track record of success who can help drive our innovative Signature Dining Programs. This role emphasizes from-scratch cooking, high-quality ingredients, and creative, chef-inspired menus that elevate the overall guest experience. Your leadership, vision, and commitment to excellence will play a key role in continuing to grow and refine our culinary offerings.

What we offer:   

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, with wellness reimbursements and telemedicine

• Generous PTO, plus paid volunteer hours in accordance with applicable state law

• 401(k) with a 3% company match for team members 18+

• Onsite medical centers and health/well-being resources for team members and their families

• Education assistance, certification reimbursement, and access to 6,000+ online courses

•  Exciting growth opportunities as we expand and open new communities

Compensation:

• Commensurate with experience from $80,000 - $90,000 annually, plus eligibility for annual bonus

How you will make an impact

• Ensure efficient and high-quality food purchasing, preparation, and presentation within budget

• Supervise all kitchen staff and oversee BOH systems, core menus, and recipe management

• Maintain kitchen and equipment sanitation; conduct monthly internal sanitation audits

• Ensure compliance with all federal and state food safety regulations (Health Dept./HAACP)

• Partner with General Manager to address and resolve food production or presentation issues

• Maintain high standards for food quality and plate presentation

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What you will need 

• Minimum of 3 years Executive Chef experience.  

• Fine dining experience a plus.

• Knowledge of ala carte and catering trends with focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls and food presentation

• Good knowledge of PC software and POS systems (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point).

Please note that specific state regulations and requirements may be applicable. These regulations take precedence over the requirements outlined in the job description.

Riderwood is a beautiful 120-acre continuing care retirement community in Silver Spring, Maryland. We’re part of a growing national network of communities managed by Erickson Senior Living, one of the country’s largest and most respected providers of senior living and health care. Riderwood helps people live better lives by fulfilling our promises of a vibrant lifestyle, financial stability, and focused health and well-being services for those who live and work with us. As part of our team, you'll enjoy flexibility and work-life balance to meet your personal and professional goals, and we are committed to providing you with opportunities to learn and grow.

Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law