Senior Living Sous Chef — Lead Kitchen & Menus

Dial Senior Living; Elkhorn Precinct (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday & anniversary PTO

Tuition Assistance

Double pay on holidays

PTO accrual on DAY 1

Referral Bonus

Free meal during shift (Up to $260)

Loyalty Incentive

Employee Recognition Program

Discounts through Verizon and AT&T

Pay Advance Program

Medical and Prescription DrugInsurance

Basic Term Life/AD&D

401K

Job summary

Dial Senior Living in Nebraska seeks a dedicated Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in daily food production and service. You will help lead kitchen staff, ensure high standards of quality and safety, and contribute to a positive dining experience for residents.

The role requires prior Sous Chef or senior cook experience, a culinary degree or equivalent, and the ability to work in a high-volume commercial kitchen. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Previous experience as Sous Chef or senior cook.
• Experience in volume food production within a commercial kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and portion food ingredients following standardized recipes with attractive plate presentation.
• Assist with menu planning and adjust menus for seasonality, events and holidays.
• Alter recipes to accommodate dietary needs of residents.
• Monitor inventory, assist with ordering, and minimize waste.
• Maintain inventory of dry goods, refrigerated/frozen foods and supplies.
• Ensure proper handling, labeling and storage of foods for infection control.
• Monitor compliance with health regulations and Dial standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Food safety

Nutrition knowledge

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Job description

Dial Senior Living in Nebraska seeks a dedicated Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in daily food production and service. You will help lead kitchen staff, ensure high standards of quality and safety, and contribute to a positive dining experience for residents.

The role requires prior Sous Chef or senior cook experience, a culinary degree or equivalent, and the ability to work in a high-volume commercial kitchen. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage and retirement plans.