Kosher Sous Chef | Lead Kitchen Team & Menu Excellence

Lions Gate CCRC; Voorhees Township (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) Retirement Fun

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance Waiver

Life Insurance

MetLaw

Job summary

Lions Gate CCRC in Voorhees, NJ is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join our culinary team. You will oversee daily kitchen operations, mentor staff, and ensure kosher standards and high-quality meals for our residents.

This role collaborates closely with the Executive Chef on menu development and food quality, while maintaining a collaborative, team‑oriented kitchen environment. We value strong leadership, precise execution, and a commitment to kosher preparation, safety, and resident

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional culinary or kitchen experience.
• Previous Sous Chef or supervisory culinary experience preferred.
• Culinary degree or equivalent combination of education and professional experience preferred.
• Kosher kitchen knowledge preferred, but not required.
• ServSafe or other food safety certification preferred.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef with the daily operation and management of the kitchen.
• Lead and support the culinary team to ensure meals meet quality, presentation, and kosher standards.
• Prepare and execute a variety of menu items using proper culinary techniques while following kosher requirements.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef on menu planning, recipe development, and new offerings.
• Ensure all food is prepared safely and according to recipes, portion standards, and kosher guidelines.
• Train, coach, and mentor culinary staff on food preparation, sanitation, and kosher practices.
• Assist with kitchen scheduling and daily staff assignments.
• Help manage inventory, food ordering, receiving, and storage.
• Monitor food usage and help control costs and minimize waste.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-maintained kitchen.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Staff Training

Time Management

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Job description

Lions Gate CCRC in Voorhees, NJ is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join our culinary team. You will oversee daily kitchen operations, mentor staff, and ensure kosher standards and high-quality meals for our residents.

This role collaborates closely with the Executive Chef on menu development and food quality, while maintaining a collaborative, team‑oriented kitchen environment. We value strong leadership, precise execution, and a commitment to kosher preparation, safety, and resident