Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $45,000.00 - $64,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional Development
meal benefits

Job Description

Cottage Grove Place is a distinguished senior living community committed to enhancing the lives of its residents by providing exceptional care and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Nestled in a friendly neighborhood, Cottage Grove Place prides itself on being more than just a residence—it is a vibrant community where seniors can enjoy meaningful experiences and compassionate support every day. The organization continuously invests in its team members, recognizing that a fulfilled and skilled workforce is essential to the future of senior living. At Cottage Grove Place, employees do not merely perform a job; they become part of a family that values respect, empathy, and teamwork.

The role of Sous Chef at Cottage Grove Place is a unique and fulfilling opportunity within the Community Culinary Services Department, focused on hospitality and quality. This hands-on position entails full-scope cooking production responsibilities, ensuring that every meal served meets high standards of quality, presentation, and nutrition. The Sous Chef will play an essential role in maintaining cleanliness, operational organization, and adherence to food safety regulations, contributing to a positive dining experience for residents. With a salary range of $45,000 to $64,000, this role offers a competitive compensation package reflective of the importance of culinary excellence in senior care.

The Sous Chef will be a vital member of the culinary team, exemplifying community standards and ensuring food quality and appearance are consistently superior. You will produce and serve menu cycle programs compliant with nutritional and dietary requirements, including specialized diets as provided. The position demands proficiency in cooking standards related to speed, accuracy, and efficiency while showcasing a deep knowledge of all cooking areas, preparation, and production. Participation in meal service, ware washing, and resident interaction to gauge food service quality are important components of the role. The Sous Chef also serves as a positive ambassador for the community, promoting a warm and inviting environment for residents and visitors alike.

This position supports creating a culture where business decisions, employee engagement, and outstanding culinary service collectively drive top-line revenue and occupancy. At Cottage Grove Place, the hospitality promises underpinning the community's values include greeting residents warmly, treating everyone with respect, anticipating needs, responding enthusiastically, and maintaining professionalism in conduct and appearance. If you are an enthusiastic, compassionate professional with a passion for hospitality and senior engagement, this opportunity offers a chance to make a meaningful impact every day and be part of an extraordinary life at Cottage Grove Place.

Job Requirements

  • Culinary degree required
  • minimum of one year restaurant/senior living or equivalent cooking experience

Job Qualifications

  • Culinary degree required
  • minimum of one year restaurant/senior living or equivalent cooking experience

Job Duties

  • Exemplify at all times community standards of cleanliness, sanitation and operational organization
  • responsible for adhering to food quality, appearance and presentation standards at all times
  • produce and serve menu cycle programs that are compliant with required nutritional/dietary criteria as required by local regulations and correctly prepare diets provided per policy and procedure
  • exhibit cooking standards of speed, accuracy, and efficiency
  • demonstrate knowledge in all areas of cooking preparation and production
  • assist with serving of meals and ware washing as necessary
  • visit residents periodically to evaluate food service such as quality, quantity, temperature, and appearance
  • and conduct evaluations to make revisions in operations/procedures to promote improved food service
  • represent the community in a warm and inviting manner, which creates a positive marketing environment
  • supports creating a culture where the business decisions made in this position, along with individual employee engagement, drive top-line revenue and occupancy

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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