Senior Living Sous Chef - Elevate Dining & Team Leadership

Experience Senior Living; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package with medical,牙?–

Job summary

Experience Senior Living Team seeks a Sous Chef to join our team and elevate dining experiences for residents. The role supports culinary leadership, training, and menu development while ensuring compliance with safety and budget guidelines.

The Sous Chef will collaborate with the Director of Culinary Services to supervise kitchen staff, plan events, and maintain equipment and supplies for a first-class dining program.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Culinary degree preferred
• Five years cooking experience in hospitality
• Food handlers permit as required
• Knowledge of basic kitchen operations and food safety
• Previous management or team leadership experience
• Strong organization and time management
• Able to manage budgets including food, supplies and labor
• Experience in banquets or special events a plus
• Basic computer skills – Word and Excel

Responsibilities

• Provide high levels of customer service and create a fine dining experience.
• Ensure all food is purchased, stored, prepared, and served per guidelines.
• Assist in interviewing, hiring, coaching, training, and developing staff.
• Create teamwork and cooperation among staff.
• Assist in preparing and coordinating staff schedules within budget.
• Assist with menu planning based on resident preferences and budget.
• Maintain equipment in good condition.
• Maintain adequate cleaning supplies and small wares.
• Assist with pre-meal stand up for dining staff.
• Plan and execute events, banquets, and themed meals.
• Orient new residents to menus and dining options.

Skills

Customer service

Team leadership

Time management

Budget management

Staff coaching

Food safety

Multitasking

Guest engagement

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Experience Senior Living Team seeks a Sous Chef to join our team and elevate dining experiences for residents. The role supports culinary leadership, training, and menu development while ensuring compliance with safety and budget guidelines.

The Sous Chef will collaborate with the Director of Culinary Services to supervise kitchen staff, plan events, and maintain equipment and supplies for a first-class dining program.