Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional development opportunities

Job Description

Our establishment is a dedicated provider of Dining Services, focusing on delivering high-quality, nutritious, and appetizing meals to our residents. We pride ourselves on maintaining a smooth and efficient kitchen operation that prioritizes food safety and exceptional service. Our team is committed to fostering an environment where both staff and residents feel valued and satisfied with the culinary experience. We operate within a structured and supportive setting that emphasizes teamwork, professional growth, and a strong sense of community.

In the role of Sous Chef, you will be an integral member of our Dining Services team. This position demands culinary expertise, leadership capabilities, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of food preparation and kitchen management. You will be responsible for preparing meals that are not only nutritious and delicious but also visually appealing, following established menus and recipes meticulously. Your role extends beyond cooking to overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation standards, and managing various administrative duties. The Sous Chef will also act as the key leader in the Executive Chef's absence, supervising food service staff and ensuring the continued smooth functioning of the kitchen. This opportunity is ideal for individuals passionate about culinary arts who seek a challenging yet rewarding role that balances hands-on cooking with operational oversight. As a vital part of our team, you will contribute directly to resident satisfaction by delivering high-quality dining experiences while upholding efficiency and safety in all kitchen processes.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum 2 years' experience in industry or full-service restaurant cooking
  • Effective communication in English
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Experience mentoring and directing others
  • Ability to prepare and follow recipes
  • General knowledge of and ability to conform to sanitation and safe food handling practices
  • Basic computer skills

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum 2 years' experience in industry or full-service restaurant cooking
  • Effective communication in English and excellent customer service skills
  • Experience mentoring and directing others
  • Ability to prepare and follow recipes
  • General knowledge of and ability to conform to sanitation and safe food handling practices
  • Basic computer skills

Job Duties

  • Review menus and food-production instructions and prepare meals following Holiday menus and recipes while ensuring portion-control standards
  • Oversee preparation and set-up of service to serve nutritious food, attractively garnished in a punctual manner
  • Follow food safe handling procedures in preparation as well as proper procedures for covering, labeling, dating, and storing food
  • Accurately complete logs in a timely manner i.e., refrigerator, freezer and production sheets
  • Follow Holiday sanitation standards by effectively cleaning while working, including preparation and serving areas, pots and pans, kitchen surfaces, walls, and floors, using appropriate cleaning schedules and charts
  • In absence of the Executive Chef, oversee the food service staff and overall kitchen operations
  • Focus on resident satisfaction and resolve any food-complaint issues as needed
  • Perform administrative duties including menu planning, ordering, receiving, invoice processing, inventory, end-of-month report, staffing and payroll if needed
  • Other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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