Senior Living Sous Chef — Lead Kitchen & Menus

Dial Senior Living; Sioux City (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday PTO

Anniversary PTO

Tuition Assistance

Holiday Pay

PTO Day 1 accrual

Referral Bonus

Free meal shift

Loyalty Incentive

Employee Recognition

Phone Discounts

Pay Advance

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision

Life/AD&D

401K

Job summary

Dial Senior Living is seeking a Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in daily food production while upholding quality and safety standards. You will lead kitchen staff, ensure smooth meal service, and contribute to a positive dining experience.

You will assist with menu planning, monitor inventory, and train team members, ensuring compliance with Dial standards and health regulations. The role requires collaboration and strong communication within a busy kitchen.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Previous sous chef or senior cook experience.
• Experience in high-volume commercial kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and portion ingredients following standardized recipes with attention to plate presentation.
• Assist with menu planning and adjust menus for season, events, and holidays.
• Monitor inventory, order supplies, and minimize waste.
• Maintain written inventory of dry goods and perishable items.
• Ensure proper handling, labeling, and storage for infection control and sanitation.

Skills

Teamwork

Food safety

Nutrition knowledge

Equipment handling

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Sous Chef or senior cook experience

High-volume kitchen experience

Tools

POS system

Job description

Dial Senior Living is seeking a Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in daily food production while upholding quality and safety standards. You will lead kitchen staff, ensure smooth meal service, and contribute to a positive dining experience.

You will assist with menu planning, monitor inventory, and train team members, ensuring compliance with Dial standards and health regulations. The role requires collaboration and strong communication within a busy kitchen.