Senior Living Sous Chef & Menu Leader

The Village of Southampton; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Discounted pricing

Holiday pay

PTO rollover

EAP

Pay advances

Health insurance

Financial hardship

Compassionate leave

PTO cashout

Job summary

The Village of Southampton in Houston, TX is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to lead our dining team and deliver high-quality meals for residents in a senior living community.

This full-time role requires 1+ years as Sous Chef or 3-5 years as cook, strong leadership, sanitation discipline, and the ability to work holidays and weekends. Benefits include 401K match, paid time off, and health options.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with culinary school training.
• Three to five years as a cook or 1+ years as Sous Chef.
• Knowledge of cooking methods and equipment.
• Ability to follow sanitation procedures.
• Ability to lead and work in a team.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Good physical condition and stamina.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Executive Chef to create diverse menus aligned with policy.
• Develop new dishes for residents.
• Establish schedules and organize the kitchen for efficiency.
• Prepare high-quality dishes per menu and standards.
• Train kitchen staff to optimize nutrition and enjoyment.
• Maintain order and discipline in the kitchen.
• Prepare meals including soups, meats, vegetables, desserts, salads, and baked goods.
• Ensure plate presentation and dressing before serving.
• Maintain sanitized kitchen and proper food storage.
• Check ingredient quality.
• Monitor stock levels and place orders when shortages occur.
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines.
• Be an active member of the community emergency response team.
• Maintain professional appearance and hygiene.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Team leadership

Sanitation procedures

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Culinary expertise

Education

High School Diploma or GED with culinary school training

Job description

The Village of Southampton in Houston, TX is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to lead our dining team and deliver high-quality meals for residents in a senior living community.

This full-time role requires 1+ years as Sous Chef or 3-5 years as cook, strong leadership, sanitation discipline, and the ability to work holidays and weekends. Benefits include 401K match, paid time off, and health options.