Sous Chef

Atria Senior Living, Inc.; Kingston; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Atria Senior Living, Inc. is seeking an experienced lead cook/chef to manage kitchen operations and ensure high standards in dining for residents. You will work with the Executive Chef and Director to deliver quality meals, supervise staff, and help with budgeting, menu development, and events.

The role emphasizes strong customer service, adherence to recipes, and maintaining a clean kitchen in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and follow recipes and production guides.
• Serve Safe Certification preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Experience as a lead cook or chef in hospitality or healthcare.
• Able to work in a demanding environment with multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide high level customer service and promote a restaurant style dining atmosphere.
• Collaborate with Executive Chef/Executive Director to satisfy residents with dining programs.
• Oversee kitchen staff in absence of Executive Chef.
• Coach, train and develop kitchen staff.
• Maintain clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen and storage areas.
• Ensure food quality and presentation meet standards and menus.
• Assist with budget management for linens, supplies, payroll, and events.
• Participate in menu planning based on resident preferences.
• Train staff on food safety practices and production logs.
• Plan and execute special events and banquets.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Food safety

English communication

Budget awareness

Culinary training

Recipe following

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Responsibilities

• Provide a high level of customer service and promote a restaurant style dining atmosphere.
• Work closely with the Executive Chef and/or Executive Director to keep residents satisfied with food and dining programs.
• In the absence of the Executive Chef, oversee the staff and daily operation of the kitchen ensuring high standards for food preparation and service.
• Assign tasks, coach, train and develop kitchen staff as requested by the Executive Chef.
• Creat a strong sense of team work and cooperation among all staff.
• Ensure that all food is received, stored, and prepared according to Company standards.
• Maintain kitchen and food storage and preparation areas in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition at all times.
• Responsible for the overall food quality and presentation of meals according to established recipes and approved menus.
• Assist the Executive Chef with management of the budget for items such as linen, table setting supplies, uniforms, payroll, and special events.
• Assist Executive Chef in menu planning and development based on resident likes and dislikes.
• Adhere to and train staff on standard food safety practices.
• Assist with planning, preparation, and execution of special events, banquets, and theme meals.
• When applicable acquaint new residents with menus, seating, and dining options and hours.
• Attend and/or Conduct Pre-Meal stand up for all dining and kitchen staff.
• Document temperatures of food prior to service, refrigeration and freezer temperatures.
• Prepare and ensure snacks and beverages are available to residents at all times.
• Assist with keeping kitchen floors clean (sweeps and mops) and trash emptied.
• Assist with the transportation and storage of food and supplies.
• Operate and Maintain kitchen equipment in a clean and sanitary manner.
• Assist Executive Chef with in-services.
• May perform other duties as needed and/or assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Communicate effectively in English with employees and residents, as well as read and write English.
• Basic mathematical skills to accurately calculate food purchasing and adhere to set budgets.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Culinary Training preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years experience as a lead cook or chef in a hospitality or healthcare environment.
• Serve Safe Certification.
• Able to read and follow recipes and printed production guides, cleaning schedules, and logs.
• Knowledge of food handling, preparation, cooking and service.
• Able to build positive and strong relationships with employees, coworkers and residents.
• Focused and dedicated to provide excellent customer service.
• Able to work in a demanding environment and juggle multiple competing tasks and demands.
• Accept direction from superiors or other experienced staff.
• Share job knowledge or resident information with others as needed.
• Give and welcome feedback.
• Must demonstrate high standards of ethics and personal accountability.