What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sous Chef position at Experience Senior Living?
The Experience Senior Living Team is comprised of dynamic professionals that are fueled by their passion to empower people as they grow older to live life to the fullest. They are creators, architects, nurses, researchers, programmers, marketers, facilitators, developers, investors, and caregivers, all focused on making a positive impact on the lives of residents, their families and team members.
We are looking for a Sous Chef to join our amazing team!
Benefits: We offer a full benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD, life and voluntary life, 401k with employer matching, paid holidays, and up to 20 days PTO in the first three years.
Responsibilities:
- Provide high levels of customer service and create a fine dining experience.
- Ensure that all food is purchased, stored, prepared and served in accordance with local, state, and federal guidelines.
- Assist the Director of Culinary Services in interviewing, hiring, coaching, training, and developing staff. This includes, but not limited to, staff evaluations and discipline of food service staff in accordance with company guidelines.
- Create a strong sense of teamwork and cooperation among all staff.
- Assist preparing and coordinating work schedules for staff in accordance with budget.
- Assist Director of Culinary Services in menus planning and development based on resident likes and dislikes, budget, and seasonal options.
- Responsible for maintaining equipment in good working condition.
- Responsible for maintaining adequate amounts of cleaning supplies, small wares, equipment, and food in accordance with local and state regulations and team member safety requirements.
- Assist kitchen staff with Pre-Meal stand up for all dining and kitchen staff.
- Responsible for planning, preparation, and execution of special events, banquets, and theme meals.
- When applicable acquaint new residents with menus, seating, and dining options and hours.
- May perform other duties as needed and/or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
- Culinary degree preferred.
- Five years cooking experience in the hospitality field.
- Food handlers permit as required by state law and/or Company standards.
- Working knowledge of basic kitchen operations and food safety standards.
- Previous management or team leadership experience necessary.
- Strong organization and time management skills.
- Able to manage budgets including food, supplies and labor.
- Previous experience in banquets or special event planning.
- Basic Computer skills – Microsoft word and Excel.
- Connect and help residents transition from home to community through thoughtful engagement at every level of interaction.
- Positive leader able to manage and coach team members.
- Able to build positive and strong relationships with team members, coworkers, and residents.
- Focused and dedicated to providing excellent customer service.
- Able to handle multiple jobs and priorities.
- Able to delegate and hold staff accountable in an efficient and respectful manner.
- Strong sense of business ethics.
- Ability to work varied schedules to include weekends, evenings, and holidays.
