SOUS CHEF (FULL TIME)

Morrison Living, a prominent member of the Compass Group, is a leading hospitality company dedicated to creating exceptional dining experiences across various healthcare and senior living communities. Known for its commitment to culinary excellence, Morrison Living combines innovative dining concepts with a deep understanding of the unique needs of those they serve. This organization prides itself on fostering a fun, supportive work environment where employees can thrive and grow their careers in hospitality. Located within the Winding Commons at 6017 Winding Way, Carmichael, CA, Morrison Living is actively seeking a full-time Sous Chef to join their culinary team. This position offers a full-time schedule from Monday to Friday, from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with a fixed hourly pay rate of $23.00.

The Sous Chef role at Morrison Living is integral to the success of the culinary operations. As the key support to the Executive Chef, the Sous Chef is responsible for preparing and cooking food according to approved recipes and production standards while coordinating the activities of cooks and other food-service associates. This position demands strong leadership as it involves supervising hourly food service staff, managing scheduling, payroll, training, and handling various personnel matters including counseling and performance reviews. The Sous Chef assumes full responsibility for the kitchen and food-service associates in the absence of the Executive Chef, ensuring seamless operations and maintaining the highest standards of food quality and safety.

In this role, the Sous Chef will oversee food storage practices, adhering strictly to corporate, state, and federal food safety guidelines. The position requires meticulous attention to detail in food handling, presentation, portion control, and temperature maintenance to guarantee an exceptional dining experience for customers. Additionally, maintaining sanitation and cleanliness of equipment and workstations is a crucial aspect of the job, ensuring compliance with safety and merchandising standards during meal services. A significant part of the role also involves interaction with customers to resolve complaints in a friendly and professional manner, embodying Morrison Living's commitment to outstanding hospitality and guest satisfaction.

The successful Sous Chef candidate will need a minimum of five years of cooking experience to meet the demands of this challenging yet rewarding position. Emphasis is placed on passion for culinary arts, hospitality, and the ability to work effectively within a supportive team environment that values innovation and quality. Morrison Living provides a robust benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plans, wellness programs, and various voluntary benefits. This position not only offers a competitive wage but also opportunities for growth and advancement in one of the nation’s top hospitality companies.

Joining Morrison Living means becoming part of a team that makes a real impact in the lives of those they serve by delivering memorable culinary experiences. The company’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures that all employees are treated fairly and with respect. Morrison Living also supports a drug-free workplace and complies with all applicable laws related to fair hiring practices and accommodations. This is an ongoing recruitment process, with applications accepted until all openings are filled, offering potential candidates a valuable opportunity to advance their culinary career in a stable and nurturing environment.