Sous Chef

Restaura, part of the Phoenix3 Collective portfolio, is a cutting-edge hospitality and culinary culture company specializing in food and dining management services with a primary focus on senior living and active aging communities. Through its commitment to innovation and exceptional service, Restaura is revolutionizing the standards of dining experiences in this niche market. The company integrates state-of-the-art technology, data analytics, and innovative strategies to deliver tailored dining solutions that meet the unique nutritional and experiential needs of its clients. Combining nutrition science, culinary artistry, and hospitality excellence, Restaura creates extraordinary dining environments that enhance the quality of life for seniors. Restaura’s mission reflects a strong dedication to client satisfaction, operational excellence, team engagement, and continuous learning and development.

We are seeking a results-driven, hands-on Sous Chef to support daily culinary operations within one of our client facilities. Reporting directly to the Executive Sous Chef and collaborating closely with the Director of Hospitality (General Manager), this role is instrumental in delivering high-quality, resident-focused dining experiences while maintaining operational standards, food safety, and staff engagement. The Sous Chef will play a vital role in execution, coaching, and consistency across all kitchen functions. This position requires a proactive culinary professional with strong leadership skills, capable of supporting the kitchen team in creating balanced, high-quality meals tailored specifically to the dietary needs and preferences of elderly residents.

This role offers a dynamic work environment within a high-volume, senior living-focused kitchen setting. Responsibilities range from executing menus as designed, supporting batch cooking with fresh techniques, assisting in menu rollouts and specials, to supervising and training culinary staff during assigned shifts. The Sous Chef also supports kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with sanitation, safety, and food handling standards while maintaining an organized, clean, and efficient kitchen environment. In the absence of the Executive Chef, the Sous Chef steps into a leadership role, guiding the kitchen team and fostering a home-like dining environment that prioritizes warmth, professionalism, and resident satisfaction. Additional duties include inventory management, cost control, and collaboration with culinary and hospitality staff to ensure smooth service execution.

Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of culinary experience including 1-2 years in a supervisory or leadership position, strong foundational culinary skills with knowledge of food safety and sanitation, and preferably experience in senior living or healthcare foodservice. A ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain it is required. Strong communication, teamwork, and time-management skills are essential, along with the ability to learn and utilize culinary and operational technology tools. Physical requirements for the role include the ability to stand for extended periods, work in high-heat environments, lift up to 50 pounds, and occasionally travel for training or team support.

At Restaura, we also embrace diversity and encourage candidates who might not meet every requirement but bring determination and a willingness to learn to apply. We nurture a culture of learners and culture accelerators, offering a supportive environment for career growth and professional development. If this role aligns with your career aspirations and you have the drive to make an impact, we invite you to join our team and contribute to shaping the future of senior living dining.