Lead Cook: Senior Living Kitchen & Menu Expert

NewBridge on the Charles, Inc. (inactive); Bloomfield Township (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hebrew SeniorLife is seeking an experienced Sous Chef I to oversee safe, sanitary preparation of entrees, vegetables, salads and desserts. The role includes training staff, managing daily production, and ensuring quality and portion control across all stations.

You will apply standardized recipes, supervise inventory, and enforce dietary and safety standards in a fast-paced kitchen. The candidate will work on multiple stations, lead in the absence of the Sous Chef, and participate in in-service

Qualifications

• High School diploma preferred.
• 5 years of cooking experience required.
• ServSafe Certification required or obtained within 6 months of being in the role.

Responsibilities

• Produce and present foods to established standards.
• Pull and thaw frozen foods per schedule.
• Keep foods at proper temperatures and visually appealing.
• Complete daily inventory for prep needs.
• Delegate daily production and manage goals.
• Train employees on recipes, safety, and equipment use.
• Follow dietary plans and banquet orders as required.
• Ensure compliance with sanitary and safety regulations.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Team leadership

Education

High School diploma

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Hebrew SeniorLife is seeking an experienced Sous Chef I to oversee safe, sanitary preparation of entrees, vegetables, salads and desserts. The role includes training staff, managing daily production, and ensuring quality and portion control across all stations.

You will apply standardized recipes, supervise inventory, and enforce dietary and safety standards in a fast-paced kitchen. The candidate will work on multiple stations, lead in the absence of the Sous Chef, and participate in in-service