Senior Living Sous Chef: Elevate Resident Dining

Oakmont Management Group; Folsom (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Vacation

Meals provided

401(k) matching

Employee discounts

Life Insurance

Job summary

Oakmont of El Dorado Hills is seeking a Sous Chef to lead the Culinary Department and ensure high-quality meals for residents and guests. You will plan menus, supervise prep and service, and uphold safety and sanitary standards within the community.

The role requires prior cook experience, strong culinary skills, and the ability to manage operations in a senior living setting. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, vacation, meals, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Must be eighteen (18) years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent; college course in food service/management preferred.
• Six months of experience in a restaurant or similar as a cook preferred.
• Able to operate standard cooking equipment and utensils.
• Able to use MS Office programs (Word, Excel).
• Knowledge of assisted living and dementia care a plus.
• Able to work with seniors and handle cognitive impairment patiently.
• Flexible, adaptable, and able to prioritize tasks under pressure.
• Able to pass background and health screenings including TB tests.

Responsibilities

• Ensure dining experiences for residents, families, and guests are high quality; manage menu, prep, presentation, taste, and service.
• Assist in planning, preparing, and delivering meals to the community; support special events and activities.
• Prepare and serve food per sanitary regulations and policies; report incidents to the Culinary Services Director.
• Develop and implement culinary procedures to ensure timely, properly temperatured meals.
• Ensure menu plans are followed and help determine quality and quantity of food served.
• Control meal portions to minimize waste and manage inventory.
• Act as Department Manager in absence of the Culinary Services Director.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food safety

MS Office proficiency

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Oakmont of El Dorado Hills is seeking a Sous Chef to lead the Culinary Department and ensure high-quality meals for residents and guests. You will plan menus, supervise prep and service, and uphold safety and sanitary standards within the community.

The role requires prior cook experience, strong culinary skills, and the ability to manage operations in a senior living setting. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, vacation, meals, and a 401(k) plan.