Sous Chef

Stellar Senior Living is a premier assisted living and memory care provider operating across the Western United States. Established in 2012, Stellar Senior Living has seen consistent growth by adding senior living communities to its portfolio each year. The company is deeply committed to offering residents a high quality of life, blending compassionate care with an engaging lifestyle. It is a place where dedicated, smart, and caring professionals collaborate to support seniors, ensuring they receive the respect, comfort, and quality of life they deserve.

The role available is for a Sous Chef at a large senior living community in Helena Pointe. This opportunity offers employment that values people and fosters a supportive work environment. As the Sous Chef, you will be second in command in the kitchen, responsible for enforcing the executive chef's standards and providing culinary leadership. This position requires creativity and dedication to developing seasonal menus and meal designs that meet both senior residents' nutritional needs and preference for delicious food.

The Sous Chef will work Sunday through Thursday from 6am to 2:30pm, having Fridays and Saturdays off, making it an appealing work-life balance opportunity. The role includes responsibilities such as developing new menus based on seasonal and resident demands, assisting in meal preparation, ensuring timely kitchen operations, monitoring inventory and ordering supplies, and supporting junior kitchen staff. Recruitment, training, scheduling, and performance evaluation of kitchen employees are also core responsibilities.

Candidates must have at least two years of experience, a strong understanding of cooking methods and kitchen equipment, familiarity with MS Office and restaurant software, and exceptional leadership and teamwork skills. Safe food handling practices are mandatory, and the ability to work flexible shifts is required. Preferred qualifications include experience or knowledge of special diets and catering for large groups.

In addition to a competitive salary range of $21-$24 per hour, Stellar Senior Living offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, holidays, 401(k) plans, and opportunities for company-sponsored training and tuition reimbursement. Staff also enjoy free meals during shifts and the option for on-demand pay, allowing access to earned wages at any time. As part of a growing company, there are abundant opportunities for career advancement and professional development in a supportive and rewarding environment.