Lead Sous Chef - Train Teams, Oversee Plating & Kitchen Ops

Spectrum Retirement; Shawnee (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Daily Pay

Perk Spot discounts

Job summary

Spectrum Retirement Communities is seeking a Sous Chef to lead daily kitchen operations and provide professional leadership to the culinary team. You will manage line cooks and dishwashers, order supplies, and ensure top-quality plate presentation while upholding safety and budget standards.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or culinary training, leadership experience, and strong communication skills to work with residents, families, and staff.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required, college or culinary training preferred.
• Previous leadership experience is preferred.
• Must hold a Managers Food Handlers permit or obtain it through Spectrum Retirement.
• Experience in an office environment, answering phones or customer service preferred.
• Must be self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently while handling multiple tasks.
• Strong communication skills are critical for interaction with residents, families and team members.

Responsibilities

• Hires and trains Line Cooks and Dishwashers under the Director of F&B.
• Places food and supply orders.
• Completes and documents safety audits and monthly in-service trainings.
• Ensures correct plate presentation prior to dishes leaving the kitchen.
• Oversees kitchen labor and food cost; monitors budget.
• Prepares high quality food.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strong communication

Self-motivated

Organized

Independent work

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Culinary training preferred

Job description

Spectrum Retirement Communities is seeking a Sous Chef to lead daily kitchen operations and provide professional leadership to the culinary team. You will manage line cooks and dishwashers, order supplies, and ensure top-quality plate presentation while upholding safety and budget standards.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or culinary training, leadership experience, and strong communication skills to work with residents, families, and staff.