Lead Catering Sous Chef, Senior Living Dining

Restaura; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Restaura is seeking a results-driven Catering Sous Chef to support daily culinary operations in a client facility, partnering with the Executive Sous Chef and hospitality leadership to deliver resident-focused dining while upholding safety and excellence.

The role reports to the Executive Sous Chef with collaboration with the Director of Hospitality. Responsibilities span menu execution, kitchen operations, catering events, training, and compliance in a high-volume senior living setting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of culinary experience, including 1–2 years in a leadership role.
• ServSafe certification or ability to obtain.
• Experience in senior living, healthcare, or high-volume foodservice preferred.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and time-management skills.
• Ability to learn and use culinary and operational technology tools.

Responsibilities

• Execute menus as designed with consistency, quality and presentation.
• Prepare balanced, high-quality meals tailored to elderly residents.
• Support batch cooking and implement fresh techniques and enhancements.
• Assist with menu rollouts and specials as directed by the Executive Chef.
• Support daily kitchen operations with sanitation, safety and handling standards.
• Supervise, train and support culinary staff during shifts and lead huddles.
• Lead the kitchen in the Executive Chef’s absence when needed.
• Prepare and plate meals on time with proper temperatures.
• Accommodate dietary restrictions and modified diets.
• Assist with service execution and provide coverage when needed.
• Foster a resident-focused dining atmosphere and manage inventory and costs.
• Assist with inventory management, ordering, and proper food storage.
• Support food and labor cost controls by following production plans.
• Plan quantities for daily and upcoming meal periods.
• Support planning and execution of on-site catering for resident events and occasions.
• Present catered menus distinct from daily service and coordinate with leadership on counts.
• Assist with off-site or private events including transport and setup.
• Scale batch recipes for events and ensure safety and holding standards.
• Collaborate with culinary staff and leadership to ensure smooth service.

Skills

Leadership experience

Teamwork

Time management

Food safety

Communication

Culinary technology tools

Tools

Culinary tech platforms

Job description

Restaura is seeking a results-driven Catering Sous Chef to support daily culinary operations in a client facility, partnering with the Executive Sous Chef and hospitality leadership to deliver resident-focused dining while upholding safety and excellence.

The role reports to the Executive Sous Chef with collaboration with the Director of Hospitality. Responsibilities span menu execution, kitchen operations, catering events, training, and compliance in a high-volume senior living setting.