Senior Living Sous Chef — Lead Kitchen & Menus

Ivyliving; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Vacation, Personal Day, Sick Pay, Holi

Complimentary Meals

Bonus Opportunities

Company Paid Life Insurance

Team Member Discount Program (LifeMart

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, owner of Ivy Park at Oakland Hills, seeks a Sous Chef to lead culinary operations for residents and events. The role emphasizes high-quality dining, menu planning, and compliance with safety standards within a senior living community.

Responsibilities include coordinating meal prep, ensuring timely service, supervising staff in the absence of the director, and managing inventory and purchasing while maintaining a sanitary kitchen and strong resident relations.

Qualifications

• Must be eighteen (18) years of age.
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. College coursework in food service/management preferred.
• Prefer six (6) months of experience as a Cook.
• Able to safely operate standard cooking equipment and utensils.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel).
• Able to operate standard office equipment (fax, copier, telephone).
• Knowledge of assisted living and dementia care concepts.
• Able to work with seniors and interact with cognitively impaired individuals.
• Flexible, adaptable, able to prioritize tasks and manage stress.
• Must pass Criminal Background check and Health Screening tests (including TB).
• Vaccination/testing protocols may be required per regulatory guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Ensure dining experience for residents, families, and visitors is high quality (menu, prep, service).
• Assist planning, prep, and delivery of meals; support special events and activities.
• Prepare and serve food per sanitary regs and policies; report issues as needed.
• Develop and implement culinary procedures to ensure timely service and proper temperatures.
• Ensure menu plans are followed and quality/quantity of food is consistent.
• Control meal portions and food waste; estimate food requirements.
• In director's absence, supervise staff as Department Manager.
• Assist purchasing, inventory, and storage; maintain stock levels within budget.
• Visit residents to tailor Culinary Services Program to preferences.
• Maintain sanitary work environment and compliance with local codes.

Skills

Culinary skills

Team leadership

Food safety

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Oakmont Management Group, owner of Ivy Park at Oakland Hills, seeks a Sous Chef to lead culinary operations for residents and events. The role emphasizes high-quality dining, menu planning, and compliance with safety standards within a senior living community.

Responsibilities include coordinating meal prep, ensuring timely service, supervising staff in the absence of the director, and managing inventory and purchasing while maintaining a sanitary kitchen and strong resident relations.