From-Scratch Kitchen Leader — Sous Chef (Senior Living)

Belmont Village Senior Living; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Belmont Village Senior Living in Rancho Santa Fe, CA, is seeking a Sous Chef to lead our culinary team in a brand‑new, upscale dining program designed for residents and guests. You will oversee daily kitchen operations, guide the culinary team with the Chef Manager, and ensure restaurant‑style quality from scratch menus.

This role emphasizes leadership, consistency, and exceptional food presentation within a hospitalities‑driven senior living environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of supervisory experience in a high‑volume kitchen.
• Experience with scratch cooking and restaurant‑style menus.
• Ability to lead, train, and develop kitchen staff.
• Strong knife skills and food preparation expertise.
• Flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Supervise kitchen and dining staff in the absence of Chef Manager.
• Prepare meals from scratch per recipes and standards.
• Follow recipes, control portions, and ensure plating quality.
• Manage multiple orders and cook times efficiently.
• Maintain cleanliness and enforce safety and sanitation standards.
• Support resident satisfaction and hospitality in every interaction.

Skills

Culinary leadership

High‑volume kitchen

Team supervision

Food presentation

Recipe execution

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

Belmont Village Senior Living in Rancho Santa Fe, CA, is seeking a Sous Chef to lead our culinary team in a brand‑new, upscale dining program designed for residents and guests. You will oversee daily kitchen operations, guide the culinary team with the Chef Manager, and ensure restaurant‑style quality from scratch menus.

This role emphasizes leadership, consistency, and exceptional food presentation within a hospitalities‑driven senior living environment.