Executive Sous Chef: Lead Creative Dining in Senior Living

Belmont Village Lp; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Belmont Village Senior Living is seeking an Executive Sous Chef in Fort Lauderdale, FL to lead hands-on meal preparation and partner with the Chef Manager and dining teams. You will help recruit and mentor culinary staff, implement high-quality dining programs, and foster guest satisfaction in a restaurant-style setting.

You will manage production schedules, ensure recipe consistency, and adhere to safety standards while contributing to a collaborative, growth-oriented kitchen culture across the

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• College, technical school and/or training in Food Management or Culinary Arts preferred.
• Minimum 2 years cooking experience with progressive responsibility in a restaurant, hotel or high volume cooking environment.
• Minimum 1 year supervisory and leadership experience.
• Must be able to communicate clearly in verbal and written English.
• Ability to work flexible schedule as the needs of the dining program require.
• Demonstrated successful use of technology in the workplace including MS Office and POS.
• Consistent and reliable attendance is essential for all Belmont Village employees to ensure the successful operation of the community.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food service compliance in the absence of the Chef Manager while ensuring exceptional quality and productivity by effectively scheduling and coordinating kitchen staff operations.
• Ensure recipe consistency and adherence to company standards while showcasing culinary creativity for special event menu planning as needed.
• Drive resident and guest satisfaction through clear communication, superior meal preparation, and outstanding dining service.
• Complete weekly food orders, prepare meals daily as needed, and prepare production schedules
• Build a positive workplace culture by training employees in safety protocols, food handling, and kitchen cleanliness, while applying company policies fairly and consistently.
• Collaborate with community leadership, regional teams, and corporate support to align with organizational goals.
• Participate in interviewing, hiring, coaching, training, staff scheduling and task delegation.

Job description

Belmont Village Senior Living is seeking an Executive Sous Chef in Fort Lauderdale, FL to lead hands-on meal preparation and partner with the Chef Manager and dining teams. You will help recruit and mentor culinary staff, implement high-quality dining programs, and foster guest satisfaction in a restaurant-style setting.

You will manage production schedules, ensure recipe consistency, and adhere to safety standards while contributing to a collaborative, growth-oriented kitchen culture across the