Sous Chef

Ivy Park at Seal Beach is a premier senior living community beautifully situated on a meticulously landscaped campus. Managed by Oakmont Management Group, Ivy Park provides exceptional quality, comfort, and care with a comprehensive array of five-star services and amenities. This community offers seniors a rewarding lifestyle with individualized support designed to promote continuing independence. Emphasizing meaningful lifestyles and relationships, Ivy Park fosters a nurturing environment where residents, families, and team members thrive together through shared values including authenticity, teamwork, compassion, commitment, and resilience. With a strong presence in California, Colorado, Hawaii, and Nevada, Oakmont Management Group offers significant opportunities for career growth, relocation, and travel across their extensive network of senior living communities. Eligible team members enjoy a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, complimentary meals, bonus opportunities, life insurance, employee discounts, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, recognition programs, student loan refinancing options, pet insurance, employee assistance, and emergency financial aid.

The Sous Chef at Ivy Park is a vital member of the Culinary Department, responsible for preparing food in accordance with approved menus, property policies, and applicable food safety guidelines. This full-time position offers an hourly pay rate of $25.00 to $27.00 and requires a hands-on approach to food preparation, meal presentation, and quality assurance to ensure a high-quality dining experience for all residents, families, and visitors. In the absence of the Culinary Services Director, the Sous Chef assumes leadership responsibilities overseeing culinary operations, staff supervision, and quality control to maintain exceptional standards across all kitchen functions. The role involves assisting with menu planning, special event catering, inventory management, and compliance with health and safety regulations. The candidate must be capable of operating standard kitchen and office equipment, adapt to the unique needs of a senior living environment, and demonstrate patience and care when interacting with cognitively impaired residents. The Sous Chef’s commitment to culinary excellence directly contributes to the enriching and supportive atmosphere that defines Ivy Park’s dining services. This position is well-suited to culinary professionals who seek a fulfilling role within a compassionate senior living community committed to service excellence and continuous growth.