Senior Living Kitchen Lead & Menu Innovator

Indigo Hall; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonus potential

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Ongoing professional development opportunities

Company-paid life insurance

Company-paid Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Indigo Hall is seeking a Sous Chef in Charleston, South Carolina to support the Executive Chef in delivering high-quality meals. You will oversee kitchen operations, train staff, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate has previous culinary and leadership experience, a passion for service, and knowledge of food safety. We offer competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous culinary experience, preferably in senior living or hospitality.
• Proven leadership or supervisory experience in a kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, nutrition, and dietary restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef with daily kitchen operations.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff on food safety practices.
• Collaborate on menu planning with resident dietary requirements.
• Monitor food inventory and manage stock rotation.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety guidelines.
• Lead kitchen team in the Executive Chef's absence.

Skills

Culinary experience

Leadership in kitchen

Food safety knowledge

Flexibility in hours

Passion for service

Education

Culinary degree or relevant certification

Job description

Indigo Hall is seeking a Sous Chef in Charleston, South Carolina to support the Executive Chef in delivering high-quality meals. You will oversee kitchen operations, train staff, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate has previous culinary and leadership experience, a passion for service, and knowledge of food safety. We offer competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.