Lead Kitchen Chef — Train, Lead & Perfect Plates

Spectrum Retirement Communities, LLC; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Daily Pay

Perk Spot discounts

Health insurance

Job summary

Spectrum Retirement Communities is seeking a Full-Time Sous Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations in Overland Park, KS. The role provides professional leadership to kitchen staff and supports a high-quality dining experience for residents.

The candidate should have a High School diploma, culinary training preferred, and prior leadership experience. A Managers Food Handlers permit is required or can be facilitated by Spectrum Retirement.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; culinary training preferred.
• Leadership experience is a plus.
• Manager's Food Handlers permit required or facilitated by Spectrum Retirement.
• Experience in office/customer service is a plus.
• Must be self-motivated, organized, and professional.
• Able to handle multiple tasks and work independently.
• Strong communication with residents, family, and team is essential.

Responsibilities

• Hires and trains Line Cooks and Dishwashers under the Director of Food & Beverage.
• Places food and supply orders.
• Completes and documents safety audits and monthly trainings.
• Ensures correct plate presentation before leaving the kitchen.
• Oversees kitchen labor and food cost; monitors budget.
• Prepares high quality food.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strong communication

Self-motivated

Organized

Professional

Education

High School diploma

Culinary training preferred

Job description

Spectrum Retirement Communities is seeking a Full-Time Sous Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations in Overland Park, KS. The role provides professional leadership to kitchen staff and supports a high-quality dining experience for residents.

The candidate should have a High School diploma, culinary training preferred, and prior leadership experience. A Managers Food Handlers permit is required or can be facilitated by Spectrum Retirement.