Senior Living Sous Chef - Elevate Dining & Team Leadership

Ivyliving; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Vacation

Sick pay

Holidays

Bonus opportunities

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) with company match

Pet insurance

Employee assistance program

Emergency financial assistance

Job summary

Ellore Senior Living is seeking a Sous Chef to lead the culinary team in delivering high-quality, appetizing meals for residents while ensuring strict sanitation and policy compliance. You will assist in planning and preparing meals, managing kitchen operations, and supporting special events within a senior living community.

As the Sous Chef, you will supervise staff in the absence of the Culinary Services Director, order and inventory supplies, and collaborate with the team to tailor the

Qualifications

• Must be eighteen (18) years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent; college courses in food service/management preferred.
• Six months of restaurant or similar Cook experience preferred.
• Proficient with MS Office and standard office equipment.
• Knowledge of assisted living and dementia care is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high-quality dining experience for residents, families, and visitors, including menu selection, meal prep, presentation, taste, and service.
• Assist with planning, preparation, and delivery of all meals; support special events and activities.
• Prepare and serve food in line with sanitary regulations and policies; report issues to Culinary Services Director.
• Develop and implement culinary procedures to ensure timely food readiness and proper temperatures.
• Follow menu plans and help determine quality/quantity of food served.
• Manage portions and reduce waste; assist in staffing in absence of the Culinary Services Director.
• Assist with purchasing, inventory, and storing of food and supplies; maintain adequate stock.
• Maintain sanitary work environment and compliance with local codes; inspect storage areas.
• Order food within budget; train staff to verify quality and price of orders.
• Visit residents to tailor Culinary Services Program to individual likes and dislikes.

Skills

Flexibility

Decision making

Teamwork

Seniors care empathy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College course in food service/management preferred

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel)

Office equipment (fax, copier, phone)

Job description

Ellore Senior Living is seeking a Sous Chef to lead the culinary team in delivering high-quality, appetizing meals for residents while ensuring strict sanitation and policy compliance. You will assist in planning and preparing meals, managing kitchen operations, and supporting special events within a senior living community.

As the Sous Chef, you will supervise staff in the absence of the Culinary Services Director, order and inventory supplies, and collaborate with the team to tailor the