Senior Living Sous Chef — Lead High-Quality Dining

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Vacation and holidays

Complimentary meals

Bonus opportunities

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Recognition programs

Student loan refinancing

Pet insurance

Employee assistance program

Emergency financial assistance

Job summary

Oakmont Management Group is seeking a Sous Chef to lead culinary operations in our California senior living community. You will prepare and present meals, supervise kitchen staff, and ensure compliance with menus, policies, and health standards.

Responsibilities include planning, portion control, inventory, and assisting with purchases while delivering high-quality dining experiences for residents, families, and guests.

Qualifications

• Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework in food service/management preferred.
• Experience in restaurant or similar environment as a cook is preferred.
• Ability to safely operate standard cooking equipment and MS Office programs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food per approved menu, policies, standards and regulations.
• Oversee culinary operations when the director is absent to ensure quality service.
• Ensure high quality dining experience, menu planning, meal prep, presentation, taste and service.
• Monitor sanitation, inventory, portions, and adherence to budget guidelines.
• Assist in staff supervision, purchasing, and food storage practices.
• Engage with residents to tailor the Culinary Services Program to preferences.

Skills

Food service experience

MS Office proficiency

Senior living environment awareness

Adaptability

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College coursework or education in food service/management preferred

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel)

Job description

Oakmont Management Group is seeking a Sous Chef to lead culinary operations in our California senior living community. You will prepare and present meals, supervise kitchen staff, and ensure compliance with menus, policies, and health standards.

Responsibilities include planning, portion control, inventory, and assisting with purchases while delivering high-quality dining experiences for residents, families, and guests.