Sous Chef

Avery Point, located in Short Pump, Virginia, is an expansive 94-acre continuing care retirement community that stands as part of Erickson Senior Living's prestigious national network. Erickson Senior Living is widely recognized as one of the largest and most reputable senior living and healthcare providers in the United States. Avery Point is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for its residents by delivering a vibrant lifestyle, financial reliability, and comprehensive health and well-being services. The community prides itself on fostering an environment that supports both those who live and work within its bounds, aiming to create a balanced and enriching experience for everyone involved. Being a member of Avery Point’s team means enjoying the benefits of a supportive and collaborative workplace that values flexibility and work-life balance, nurturing personal and professional growth through learning opportunities and career advancement. Avery Point is committed to inclusion, equity, and belonging, ensuring that all team members feel respected and valued as part of a diverse workforce. This dedication to a positive culture reflects in their daily practices and mission to care deeply for their residents and associates alike.

The Sous Chef role at Avery Point plays a pivotal part in delivering exceptional culinary experiences through their innovative Signature Dining Programs. These programs are known for a la minute cooking and chef-inspired creations, designed to delight residents with fresh, high-quality meals made in state-of-the-art kitchens utilizing the latest equipment and culinary techniques. The Sous Chef will be a key leader in the culinary team, collaborating closely with fellow chefs and kitchen staff to maintain excellent food standards and timely service. This full-time position offers a competitive salary ranging from $60,000 to $65,000 annually, commensurate with experience, along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k) plans with company matching. The work environment is designed to promote quality of life, with most restaurant team members finishing their shifts before 9 pm, ensuring a healthy work-life balance.

In this role, you will supervise scheduling, training, and discipline of culinary and utility staff, stepping in for the Executive Chef when necessary to manage kitchen operations, including staffing, food production, utility oversight, and sanitation. The Sous Chef will monitor daily kitchen workflows, ensuring meals for residents are prepared and served promptly, adhering strictly to recipes, food safety protocols, food quality standards, and dietary restrictions. Additionally, this role includes managing the organization and cleanliness of the dining rooms, kitchen, storage areas, and loading docks to uphold the highest standards of hygiene and operational efficiency.

Avery Point offers a wealth of benefits to support its team members, including wellness-focused initiatives such as annual reimbursements for qualified wellness expenses, personal health coaching, telemedicine options, and onsite medical centers providing wellness visits and sick care. Paid time off (PTO) plans are complemented by company-paid volunteer hours to encourage active community involvement. The company fosters growth opportunities, supporting career advancement as new communities open and existing ones expand. Moreover, education assistance and certification reimbursement programs are available, along with access to a vast online learning library featuring over 6,000 courses to enhance and broaden employees' skills. Team members also enjoy a 30% discount on food and beverages at dining venues, plus additional healthy meal options at reduced prices. Erickson Senior Living values a workplace free from discrimination and harassment and embraces diversity in all its forms, creating a nurturing environment for every associate.