Sous Chef - $500 Sign-On Bonus

Wilmington, NC, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $46,600.00 - $62,900.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

short term disability

long term disability

Life insurance

Retirement Plan

Employee assistance program

Holiday pay

Community fitness center

Team recognition programs

Scholarship Opportunities

Employee Referral Program

Daily Pay

Job Description

Porters Neck Village is a distinguished senior living community dedicated to providing exceptional care and a vibrant lifestyle for its residents. Known for its commitment to excellence and compassionate service, Porters Neck Village fosters an environment where the wisdom and life experiences of seniors are celebrated and deeply valued. As an organization, it invests not only in its residents but also in the professional growth and development of its team members, making it a truly extraordinary place to work. This community emphasizes a culture of hospitality, ensuring that every interaction is warm, respectful, and attentive to the needs of residents and staff alike. It offers a full-time employment opportunity complete with a competitive benefits package, including a $500 sign-on bonus, paid time off, health and dental insurance, and access to a community fitness center, all designed to support the well-being and satisfaction of its employees.

The role of Sous Chef at Porters Neck Village is a vital culinary leadership position within the Community Culinary Department. This position entails full-scope, hands-on production cooking, requiring a high level of skill, efficiency, and attention to detail to maintain the community's standards for food quality and presentation. The Sous Chef will oversee the preparation and serving of meals according to the community’s recipe book, ensuring that every dish meets established standards for taste, appearance, and temperature. Beyond cooking, the role involves intermittent engagement with residents to assess the quality and satisfaction of food service, enabling continuous improvement of food offerings and service procedures. This position demands a proactive and hospitality-focused mindset, contributing not only to the culinary excellence but also to creating a welcoming atmosphere that enhances resident experience and supports the community's overall business goals. The Sous Chef is expected to uphold rigorous standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and kitchen organization, exemplifying professionalism and culinary expertise at all times. If you are passionate about culinary arts and dedicated to enriching the lives of seniors through exceptional dining experiences, this opportunity at Porters Neck Village is perfect for you.

Job Requirements

Minimum of five years restaurant/senior living or equivalent cooking experience required
Culinary degree preferred

Job Qualifications

Culinary degree preferred
Minimum of five years restaurant/senior living or equivalent cooking experience required

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 according to the Porters Neck Village recipe book
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