Senior Living Sous Chef – Lead Culinary Excellence

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Vacation, Personal Day, Sick Pay,/Hol-

Complimentary Meals

Bonus Opportunities

Company Paid Life Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

Recognition Programs

Student Loan Refinancing

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Emergency Financial Assistance

Job summary

Oakmont Management Group, based in Irvine, California, is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef for our senior living community. The role supports the Culinary Services Director, ensures high-quality meals, and manages daily kitchen operations during AM/PM shifts and weekends.

You will plan and prepare meals, supervise staff, maintain safety and sanitation, control portions and supplies, and engage with residents to tailor the Culinary Services Program.

Qualifications

• Must be eighteen (18) years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent; college coursework in food service/management preferred.
• Six months restaurant or similar cook experience preferred.
• Able to operate standard cooking equipment and utensils.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel).
• Able to interact with seniors and cognitive-impaired individuals.

Responsibilities

• Ensure dining experience for residents, families, and visitors is high quality (menu, prep, presentation, taste, service).
• Assist planning, preparation, and delivery of meals; assist with special meals and events.
• Prepare and serve food meeting sanitary standards and policies; report incidents to Culinary Services Director.
• Develop and implement culinary procedures to meet on-time service and proper temperatures.
• Follow menu plans and assist in determining food quality/quantity; manage portions to minimize waste.
• In the absence of the Culinary Services Director, act as Department Manager for staffing and supervision.
• Assist with purchasing, inventory, storage, and stocking of food and supplies; coordinate with Culinary Services Director on products.

Skills

Cooking skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College coursework in food service/management preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Oakmont Management Group, based in Irvine, California, is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef for our senior living community. The role supports the Culinary Services Director, ensures high-quality meals, and manages daily kitchen operations during AM/PM shifts and weekends.

You will plan and prepare meals, supervise staff, maintain safety and sanitation, control portions and supplies, and engage with residents to tailor the Culinary Services Program.