Lead Sous Chef — Patient Dining & Kitchen Leadership

Encore HCS; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Encore Village of Wilmington is seeking a full-time Sous Chef to oversee food preparation and kitchen operations. Weekend and holiday availability is required to support resident dining services and event catering.

The role includes supervising kitchen staff, ensuring safety, sanitation, portion control, and regulatory compliance while coordinating with the Executive Chef and Dining Services Manager to meet production needs.

Qualifications

• 5 years in supervisory role within foodservice or hospitality.
• Certified in safety and sanitation requirements for foodservice.
• Experience maintaining high sanitation standards and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals to guest specifications in a timely manner.
• Measure ingredients and portions accurately.
• Ensure staff adhere to standards, rules and sanitation requirements.
• Operate kitchen equipment (grills, ovens, steamers) safely.
• Manage kitchen inventory and ensure freshness and quality.
• Maintain proper food temperatures and safe storage.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Food safety knowledge

Team leadership

Education

Associate Degree in Culinary Arts

Safety and Sanitation Certification

Food Sanitation Manager Certificate

Tools

Grills

Ovens

Steamers

Thermometer usage

Job description

Encore Village of Wilmington is seeking a full-time Sous Chef to oversee food preparation and kitchen operations. Weekend and holiday availability is required to support resident dining services and event catering.

The role includes supervising kitchen staff, ensuring safety, sanitation, portion control, and regulatory compliance while coordinating with the Executive Chef and Dining Services Manager to meet production needs.