Lead Sous Chef: Fine Dining & Team Leadership

Experience Senior Living LLC.; Marysville (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

STD/LTD

Life insurance

Voluntary life

401k with employer matching

Paid holidays

PTO 20 days first 3 years

Job summary

Experience Senior Living Team is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to join our dining program in a senior living community. You will lead kitchen staff to deliver a fine dining experience, ensure compliance with safety standards, and help plan menus aligned with resident preferences and budgets.

The role demands strong leadership, budget oversight, and a passion for resident-focused service. We offer comprehensive benefits and opportunities to influence dining excellence.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Culinary degree preferred.
• Five years cooking experience in hospitality.
• Food handlers permit as required by state law and/or Company standards.
• Working knowledge of basic kitchen operations and food safety standards.
• Previous management or team leadership experience.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Able to manage budgets including food, supplies and labor.

Responsibilities

• Provide high levels of customer service and create a fine dining experience.
• Ensure that all food is prepared and served per local, state, and federal guidelines.
• Assist the Director of Culinary Services in interviewing, coaching, training, and developing staff.
• Create teamwork and cooperation among all staff.
• Assist in preparing and coordinating staff work schedules within budget.
• Assist menu planning and development based on resident preferences, budget, and seasonal options.
• Maintain kitchen equipment in good working condition.
• Ensure adequate cleaning supplies, small wares, equipment, and food per regulations and safety rules.
• Assist kitchen staff with Pre-Meal stand up for all dining and kitchen staff.
• Plan, prepare, and execute special events, banquets, and themed meals.
• Accompany new residents with menus, seating, and dining options and hours.
• May perform other duties as needed and/or assigned.

Skills

Food safety

Staff leadership

Budget management

Customer service

Menu planning

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Experience Senior Living Team is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to join our dining program in a senior living community. You will lead kitchen staff to deliver a fine dining experience, ensure compliance with safety standards, and help plan menus aligned with resident preferences and budgets.

The role demands strong leadership, budget oversight, and a passion for resident-focused service. We offer comprehensive benefits and opportunities to influence dining excellence.