Senior Sous Chef — Signature Dining & Growth

Highland Springs by Erickson Senior Living; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

PTO and volunteer hours

Onsite medical centers

30% dining discount

Education assistance

Job summary

Riderwood Village by Erickson Senior Living is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to lead culinary operations in its state-of-the-art kitchens as part of our Signature Dining Programs. You will work alongside a dedicated team to execute chef-inspired creations and à la minute cooking, ensuring high-quality resident meals.

The role requires strong teamwork and leadership, with opportunities for growth as Erickson Senior Living expands its communities.

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

Staff training

Kitchen leadership

Job description

Riderwood Village by Erickson Senior Living is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to lead culinary operations in its state-of-the-art kitchens as part of our Signature Dining Programs. You will work alongside a dedicated team to execute chef-inspired creations and à la minute cooking, ensuring high-quality resident meals.

The role requires strong teamwork and leadership, with opportunities for growth as Erickson Senior Living expands its communities.