Senior Living Sous Chef - Stable Hours, Growth & Perks

Erickson Senior Living; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus eligibility

Medical, dental, and vision packages

PTO plans and volunteer hours

Onsite medical centers and wellness

30% dining discount on-site

Education assistance and 6,000+ online

Job summary

Ashby Ponds by Erickson Senior Living is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to lead culinary operations in our state-of-the-art kitchens for Signature Dining Programs. You will mentor staff, oversee production, and ensure high-quality resident meals in a collaborative environment.

Ideal candidates have at least 3 years of full-service kitchen experience and 6 months of supervisory exposure, with the ability to work weekends and lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years full-service experience required.
• Minimum of 6 months supervisory and coaching experience required.
• Must be able to work some weekends and holidays.
• Be able to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures, including hot kitchen to refrigerators and freezers.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the scheduling, training, and discipline of all culinary and utility staff. The Sous Chef will oversee all culinary functions in the Chef’s absence, including staffing, food production, utility management, and kitchen sanitation.
• Manages daily kitchen production and food preparation to ensure timely service of resident meals.
• Directs the preparation and service of all menu items, including adherence to recipes, proper food handling, food safety, quality, dietary restrictions, and production forecasts.
• Oversees the organization and sanitation of dining rooms, kitchen, storage areas, and loading dock.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Full-service culinary experience

Weekend/holiday availability

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Job description

Ashby Ponds by Erickson Senior Living is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to lead culinary operations in our state-of-the-art kitchens for Signature Dining Programs. You will mentor staff, oversee production, and ensure high-quality resident meals in a collaborative environment.

Ideal candidates have at least 3 years of full-service kitchen experience and 6 months of supervisory exposure, with the ability to work weekends and lift up to 50 pounds.