Lead Sous Chef: Elevate Dining & Kitchen Ops

Independence Village Senior Living; Oxford Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSail Investment Group seeks a hands-on Sous Chef in a Michigan senior living community to support the Executive Chef in daily culinary operations within our dining program.

You will supervise staff, help with menus, ensure quality and presentation, and maintain cost controls while delivering delicious, resident-centered meals.

This role emphasizes leadership, organization, and a passion for high standards in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Working towards Sous Chef Certification or comparable work experience
• Must demonstrate proven leadership abilities, strong organization, and time management skills

Responsibilities

• Assist Executive Chef in hiring, coaching, and performance management for culinary operations
• Directly supervises all culinary staff
• Assist Executive Chef in managing and training culinary and dining personnel
• Supervises culinary staff regarding product quality, portion, cost controls, scheduling, and staffing
• Responsible for quality of food served by tasting items and plate presentation
• Assists with menu planning and development and ordering of food supplies
• Prepare and cook meals to order
• Responsible for managing the culinary department in absence of the Executive Chef
• Assist Cooks as needed
• When necessary, steps in to assist during emergencies or rush periods
• Achieve 100% resident satisfaction through plate presentation and taste
• Circulate all dining rooms during meal times daily for resident feedback
• Supports the mission, values, and vision of Senior Village Management

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Time management

Education

Sous Chef Certification

Job description

CommonSail Investment Group seeks a hands-on Sous Chef in a Michigan senior living community to support the Executive Chef in daily culinary operations within our dining program.

You will supervise staff, help with menus, ensure quality and presentation, and maintain cost controls while delivering delicious, resident-centered meals.

This role emphasizes leadership, organization, and a passion for high standards in a collaborative team environment.