Chef Job at Leisure Care, Washington DC

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  • Leisure Care
  • Washington DC

Job Description

Chef – Woodland Terrace | Leisure Care Managed Community

Are you a creative culinary professional who loves crafting seasonal menus and leading a team that brings joy through food? If so, we’d love to meet you! Woodland Terrace, a Leisure Care managed community, is seeking a talented Chef to inspire our kitchen team and deliver an exceptional dining experience to our residents.

At Leisure Care, we believe in hospitality-based senior living that feels just like home. Our teams bring warmth, care, and a bit of fun to everything we do — from top-tier dining to engaging activities and personalized wellness. We’re proud to be a certified Great Place to Work and named one of Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Aging Services.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead and mentor a skilled kitchen team with creativity and enthusiasm
  • Oversee daily food preparation, ensuring quality and presentation exceed expectations
  • Manage food and labor costs while maintaining high standards
  • Collaborate to design flavorful, seasonal menus that delight residents and guests
  • Foster a culture of teamwork, growth, and exceptional hospitality

What You’ll Bring

  • 5+ years of kitchen experience
  • 2+ years as a Chef or Executive Chef (restaurant, hotel, or senior living experience preferred)
  • ServSafe certification
  • A passion for innovation, flavor, and creating memorable dining experiences
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

What’s in It for You

We offer one of the most comprehensive benefits packages in the industry:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Early Wage Access (get your earned wages when you need them!)
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off (10 vacation days + sick leave accrued at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked + bereavement & jury duty leave)
  • 8 Paid Holidays (including 2 float holidays)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (Health & Dependent Care)
  • Meal Discounts – enjoy delicious food at a discount!
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance, AD&D, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity coverage

Why You’ll Love It Here

This isn’t just another culinary job — it’s an opportunity to lead with heart, creativity, and purpose in an environment that celebrates you. At Leisure Care, we don’t just make food; we make people’s days brighter.

Bring your talent, passion, and leadership to Woodland Terrace. Apply today and cook up something amazing with us!

Leisure Care is an equal opportunity employer

Salary $83,000.00 - $87,000.00 Annually

Job Tags

Temporary work, Flexible hours,

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