Sous Chef

Santa Monica, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $28.00 - $33.00

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

employee wellness program

Professional Development

Employee Discounts

Job Description

Ciela Senior Living is a premier senior living community situated in Pacific Palisades, California. It provides a state-of-the-art environment designed to offer seniors an exceptional living experience complemented by breathtaking 360-degree views and expansive outdoor spaces. The community features light-filled residences with floor-to-ceiling windows that bring in ample natural light, fostering a lively yet comfortable atmosphere. Ciela Senior Living is committed to delivering gourmet California cuisine which is crafted to meet both the nutritional needs and the tastes of its residents. The facility goes beyond dining by offering a robust wellness program developed in collaboration with Los Angeles' top health professionals, ensuring holistic care for each resident. A variety of engaging activities are also available to encourage social interaction and active lifestyles among the residents.

The role of Sous Chef at Ciela Senior Living is a vital position within its culinary department. The Sous Chef works under the direction of the Director of Signature Dining and plays a critical role in supporting both the culinary and administrative functions of the dining service program. This includes scheduling staff, inventory and budget control, safe food handling practices, as well as ensuring proper food preparation and storage. The Sous Chef's responsibilities emphasize safety, sanitation, and the overall quality of the dining experience, ensuring that all residents and guests receive superior service every time. The position also involves filling in for the Director of Signature Dining when necessary, demonstrating leadership in kitchen operations as well as supporting dining room functions alongside the Dining Room Manager. The role is designed to meld culinary expertise with managerial skills to maintain seamless operation within multiple dining venues.

Candidates who excel in this role must have a comprehensive understanding of dining room operations, various cooking methods, ingredients, and equipment. They must also possess the ability to design appealing and nutritionally balanced menus tailored specifically to the senior population. Strong organizational skills, customer service orientation, and communication abilities are essential to successfully interact with residents, families, teams, and vendors. The role also requires a commitment to compliance with health and safety regulations, including maintaining current Food Handlers certifications and CPR/First Aid credentials. Computer literacy and the ability to handle administrative tasks efficiently complement the hands-on culinary and leadership responsibilities inherent in this position. The starting salary range for this full-time opportunity is $28.00 to $33.00 per hour, making it an attractive position for experienced culinary professionals seeking to make a meaningful impact in a senior living setting.

Job Requirements

Completion of certified culinary arts training program preferred
Minimum of 3 years food service experience with progressively increasing responsibility, with at least 1-year supervisory experience preferred
Previous experience in both restaurant and senior living settings preferred
Minimum of 1 years’ experience in a multiple dining venue setting preferred
Strong understanding of dining room operations
Demonstrated ability to create and implement menus that include variety, interest, and appeal, while meeting the nutritional needs of the senior population
Demonstrated understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
Strong commitment to customer service and desire to exceed customer expectations
Ability to read, comprehend, write, and speak English to interpret menus and recipes and to communicate effectively with residents, families, other team members and vendors
Basic computer skills
Detail oriented and possess strong organizational skills
Meet all health-related and/or food handling requirements pertaining to local or state regulatory agencies
Maintain current CPR/First Aid credentials
Maintain current Food Handlers credentials
Maintain annual Continuing Education Credits
Ability to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation
Subject to pre-employment screening including physical, drug, TB testing and criminal background check

Job Qualifications

Completion of certified culinary arts training program preferred
Minimum of 3 years food service experience with progressively increasing responsibility, with at least 1-year supervisory experience preferred
Previous experience in both restaurant and senior living settings preferred
Minimum of 1 years’ experience in a multiple dining venue setting preferred
Strong understanding of dining room operations
Demonstrated ability to create and implement menus that include variety, interest, and appeal, while meeting the nutritional needs of the senior population
Demonstrated understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
Strong commitment to customer service and desire to exceed customer expectations
Ability to read, comprehend, write, and speak English to interpret menus and recipes and to communicate effectively with residents, families, other team members and vendors
Basic computer skills
Detail oriented and possess strong organizational skills
Meet all health-related and/or food handling requirements pertaining to local or state regulatory agencies
Maintain current CPR/First Aid credentials
Maintain current Food Handlers credentials
Maintain annual Continuing Education Credits
Ability to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation
Subject to pre-employment screening including physical, drug, TB testing and criminal background check

Job Duties

Supports Director of Signature Dining in creating and monitoring kitchen team member schedules and makes daily task assignments to ensure efficient and effective meal preparation, service, and clean-up
Supports Director of Signature Dining with maintaining department within budgetary guidelines
Maintains knowledge base of current OSHA, and local and state regulatory agency guidelines and ensures that kitchen and food service program maintain regulatory compliance
Responsible for training, directing all kitchen team members during a shift
When necessary fills in for the Director of Signature Dining
Assists Dining Room Manager with Serving team members as needed
When necessary fills in for the Dining Room Manager
Assists Director of Signature Dining with ordering, monitoring, and maintaining an adequate inventory of all food supplies, and kitchen and dining room small wares and equipment
Assists Director of Signature Dining with menus and ensures that meals provide variety, interest, and appeal, while meeting the nutritional needs of the residents
Ensures that food is attractively presented
Ensures that kitchen and food storage areas are maintained in clean and sanitary condition
Enforces safe food handling techniques at all times with all team members
Routinely assists with meal preparation and cooking
Communicates with residents, families, guests, and team members to address concerns and suggestions relating to the food service program, and to maintain resident satisfaction
Works in conjunction with management team in providing food for, and participating in, community special events, parties, and marketing functions
Assists with resident functions as directed by Director of Signature Dining
Attends all required team members meetings and in-service training sessions
Upholds Residents’ Rights as defined by state regulations and by Company policy, at all times
Supports and upholds all other Company policies, and the service philosophy
Reliable and predictable attendance
Other duties as assigned