Sous Chef

Columbus, GA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $44,800.00 - $60,400.00

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

employee recognition programs

Career development opportunities

flexible scheduling

Job Description

Forefront Healthcare is a distinguished company specializing in the continuum of care, providing finely tailored, high-quality culinary and support services aimed at enhancing the patient and resident experience. With a firm commitment to excellence and innovation, Forefront Healthcare stands as a leader in healthcare service provision, proudly recognized as the #1 "Best Places to Work" by Modern Healthcare. The company’s reputation is built on its unique approach to service delivery, combining culinary expertise with compassionate care to uplift those it serves across various healthcare settings. Forefront Healthcare fosters an environment that values employee growth, professional development, and the delivery of... Show More

Job Requirements

Ability to read, write and speak English
high school graduate or equivalent education preferred
minimum one year food service experience in a healthcare dietary setting desired
knowledge of quantity food preparation and portioned serving
motor coordination and manual dexterity
ability to perform routine, repetitive tasks with frequent interruptions
ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
physical ability to stand and walk continuously, lift and carry 50 to 75 pounds
knowledge of sanitation and safety practices
patient and tolerant attitude

Job Qualifications

Customer service oriented
basic food preparation knowledge
sanitation and safety practices
thoroughness
time management
must have the ability to coach others
proven ability to coach and teach within the kitchen
ability to lead a group of peers
ability to read, write and speak English
high school graduate or equivalent education preferred
education in quantity cooking and therapeutic diets preferred
minimum one year food service experience in a healthcare dietary setting preferred
verbal and writing abilities necessary to communicate effectively with various levels of staff, residents, family members and the public
numerical ability necessary for work records and recipe preparation
motor coordination and manual dexterity required to prepare food and operate dietary equipment
willingness to perform routine, repetitive tasks with frequent interruptions
appreciation of the value of food and dietary equipment
ability to read, understand, and follow recipe directions, diet orders and work assignments
able and willing to work flexible hours including emergencies
patient and tolerant toward staff, residents, and family members

Job Duties

Coordinate food preparation and meal service
plan and initiate cooking schedule for food preparation to meet meal schedule
prepare, season, cook and serve for assigned meal
ensure appropriate portioned servings according to portion control standards
prepare nutritional snacks for residents as directed by the Executive Chef
monitor temperature of hot and cold foods through food preparation and service to ensure that established temperature goals are met prior to steam table transfer and maintained throughout meal service
in the absence of the Executive Chef, check and inspect food products and supplies as delivered
supervise and assist in storage of supplies and food products
determine amount and type of food and supplies as required for daily menus
notify Executive Chef of food, supplies or equipment needs
report equipment breakdowns and unsafe conditions
supervise dietary staff in the absence of Executive Chef
clean equipment and work areas as assigned by the Executive Chef
be knowledgeable of federal, state, and facility's rules, regulations, policies and procedures
attend in-service educational programs
follow defined safety codes while performing all duties
understand facility's fire and disaster plans
perform other department duties assigned by the Executive Chef or designee

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