Sous Chef for Senior Living

Discovery Management Group is a leading senior living management company in the United States, recognized for its purpose-driven and people-centered approach to enhancing the lives of seniors. With a robust portfolio managing more than 15,000 units nationwide, the company is committed to operational excellence, lifestyle personalization, and culture-driven leadership. Their mission centers around delivering exceptional senior care through a blend of innovative services and compassionate support, aiming to create vibrant living environments for residents across various communities. Discovery Management Group stands out in the senior living industry not only for its scale but also for its dedication to employee growth, earning Great Place to Work certifications consecutively from 2022 through 2026. They invest heavily in learning and development opportunities, ensuring their team members are empowered with the skills and tools required to build meaningful and rewarding careers. This commitment extends to fostering an inclusive workplace culture driven by core values including teamwork, integrity, performance, accountability, compassion, hard work, and creativity, collectively known as their Pillars of Excellence.

The position of Sous Chef at Discovery Village Alliance Assisted Living and Memory Care offers a pivotal opportunity to contribute directly to the well-being of senior residents. In this role, the Sous Chef assists in overseeing all food production, presentation, and back-of-the-house kitchen operations. This includes planning menus that respect cultural and regional preferences and adhere to dietary guidelines specific to senior care environments. The Sous Chef is expected to maintain high standards of food quality, safety, and presentation, ensuring that each meal meets or exceeds community expectations while managing kitchen activities within budgetary constraints. This role requires collaboration with the culinary team to monitor food consistency, portion control, palatability, and attractiveness, while also assisting in labor management and inventory control. The Sous Chef supports the chef in sustaining a compliant, efficient, and welcoming kitchen atmosphere that enhances the dining experience for residents.

This full-time, part-time, or PRN role is positioned within a thriving community where culinary innovation meets dedicated senior care. The company offers competitive wages, early access to earned wages, flexible scheduling, paid time off for full-time employees, and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, and a 401(k) plan with employer match. Alongside these benefits, team members receive paid training, opportunities for career advancement, company-provided uniforms, and access to an Employee Assistance Program. Proud to be an equal opportunity employer, Discovery Management Group embraces diversity and inclusion, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all team members. This role represents more than a job; it is a chance to be part of a dynamic, evolving company where impact, respect, and growth are prioritized at every level. Joining the Discovery Management Group team means aligning with a mission that enhances lives, champions innovation, and truly values its people.