Senior Living Sous Chef & Kitchen Lead

Phoenix3 Collective; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Restaura, part of the Phoenix3 Collective portfolio, is seeking a results‑driven Sous Chef to support daily culinary operations within a healthcare facility. You will work closely with the Executive Chef to deliver resident‑focused dining, ensure food safety, and drive team engagement.

You will execute menus, prepare meals for elderly residents, supervise kitchen staff, lead shift huddles, and maintain an organized, efficient kitchen.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of culinary experience, including 1–2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Strong foundational culinary skills and knowledge of food safety and sanitation.
• Experience in senior living, healthcare, or high-volume foodservice preferred.
• ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain).
• Strong communication, teamwork, and time-management skills.
• Ability to learn and use culinary and operational technology tools.

Responsibilities

• Execute menus as designed, ensuring consistency, quality, and presentation.
• Prepare balanced, high-quality meals tailored to elderly residents.
• Support batch cooking processes while incorporating fresh techniques and creative enhancements.
• Assist with menu rollouts and specials as directed by the Executive Chef.
• Supervise, train, and support culinary staff during assigned shifts.
• Lead shift huddles and assist with on‑the‑job training and coaching.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and efficient kitchen environment.
• Step in to lead the kitchen in the Executive Chef’s absence.
• Prepare and plate meals accurately and on time, maintaining proper temperatures.
• Accommodate dietary restrictions and modified diets.
• Assist with service execution and provide coverage when needed.
• Foster a positive, resident‑focused dining atmosphere.
• Assist with inventory management, ordering, and proper food storage.
• Support food and labor cost controls by following production plans and waste‑reduction practices.
• Help plan quantities for daily and upcoming meal periods.
• Collaboration & Communication: Work closely with culinary staff, servers, and leadership to ensure smooth service.
• Communicate staffing needs, prep requirements, and operational challenges clearly and professionally.
• Participate in required training programs.
• Support adherence to state and federal regulations.
• Reinforce food safety, cleanliness, and workplace standards on the floor.
• Assist with daily kitchen production and closing responsibilities.
• Support a warm, welcoming, and home‑like dining environment.
• Act as Dining Supervisor when needed.

Skills

Culinary experience

Leadership experience

Food safety knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Tech tools literacy

Job description

Restaura, part of the Phoenix3 Collective portfolio, is seeking a results‑driven Sous Chef to support daily culinary operations within a healthcare facility. You will work closely with the Executive Chef to deliver resident‑focused dining, ensure food safety, and drive team engagement.

You will execute menus, prepare meals for elderly residents, supervise kitchen staff, lead shift huddles, and maintain an organized, efficient kitchen.