Senior Sous Chef - Nursing Home Dining Leader

Riverside Health; Smithfield, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Lifelong Health and Rehabilitation in Smithfield, VA seeks a skilled Sous Chef to oversee the culinary team and ensure safe, high‑quality dining for residents and guests. You will lead food production, sanitation, and staff onboarding while aligning with therapeutic menus and regulatory requirements.

The role requires strong leadership, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure in a high‑volume kitchen, with opportunities for professional growth within Riverside

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate degree or ACF certification preferred.
• 2 years food service management required; 5-6 years of high-volume kitchen management preferred.
• Allergen Awareness Certification and Food Protection Manager Certification required within 180 days.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the culinary team ensuring safe, high-quality dining for residents and guests.
• Lead food production and sanitation operations; manage staff onboarding and training.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and Riverside Health System policies; manage inventory and cost control.
• Develop and standardize menus meeting nutritional needs for residents.

Skills

Strong culinary skills

Lead, inspire and motivate a team

Attention to detail

Results-oriented

Ability to work under pressure

Familiarity with food service tech

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates Degree or Certification in Culinary Arts (ACF)

Tools

Food service technology

Job description

Riverside Lifelong Health and Rehabilitation in Smithfield, VA seeks a skilled Sous Chef to oversee the culinary team and ensure safe, high‑quality dining for residents and guests. You will lead food production, sanitation, and staff onboarding while aligning with therapeutic menus and regulatory requirements.

The role requires strong leadership, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure in a high‑volume kitchen, with opportunities for professional growth within Riverside