Sous Chef

Job Description

To assist in the oversight of daily operations in the kitchen. Works with the Executive Chef to ensure the highest quality food products and kitchen cleanliness in accordance with Company policies and procedures.

This position is required to supervise other staff positions. This position will perform the duties of the Executive Chef in his / her absence.

• Produce and oversee meals, production and special events for quality assurance of meal presentation and portion control.
• Prepare and coordinates all meals from standardized recipes. Ensure production sheets are completed according to the food production sheets policy.
• Assist in the coordination of prep for the following day’s menu.
• Participate in a pre-meal meeting with food servers to review detail of daily menu. Maintain daily interaction with residents.
• Keep stock rooms, coolers and freezers clean and rotated. All food must be covered, labeled, dated and stored in accordance with local, state and county health department policies.
• Ensure adequate staffing of culinary employees each shift.
• Assist in ordering and inventory.
• Assist in the adherence to maintaining budget compliance for daily food costs. Assist in applying appropriate loss prevention procedures.

Keep waste to a minimum by utilizing food storage and food recycling techniques.

• Assist in training and scheduling of employees in accordance with Company human resources policy.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and food preparation according to state and local health department code requirements. Adhere to personal hygiene policy.
• Attend all required training, in services, and staff meetings. Meet all department training standards through regulatory training and / or other necessary training modules as required.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED equivalent Area of Study : Culinary Arts / Hospitality / General Years of Experience : Mid-level (3-5 years)

Food Service Management, Culinary Arts, or Hospitality Special Certifications : SERV-SAFE Certified or equivalent, Obtain / hold any required local, state, and / or county required food handling / sanitation licenses and / or certificates

Capable of communicating efficiently and properly Technical Competencies :

Entry-level proficiency with Microsoft Office Products, including Excel, and Word Skills and Ability :

• Basic to advanced cooking and preparation of meal items.
• Thorough understanding of service techniques and requirements.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral or schedule form.

Proficient in Word and Excel. Capable in understanding systems ADP, DSSI Personal Attributes : Maintain a positive and professional demeanor towards all residents, guests, and co-workers Other / Preferred :

• Adheres to all policies and procedures of Company.
• Adheres to all directives, policies and procedures of the local community.
• Strives to maintain a safe working environment though prevention of accidents, the preservation of equipment or inventory, and the achievement of safe working practices.

Additional Information

Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off.

All Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday.