Sous Chef

Frontier Senior Living; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

Health Insurance (for those eligible)

401k (with company match)

Paid Time Off

Education Assistance

Longevity Bonuses

Perks at Work Discount Program

Job summary

Cascade Living Group is seeking a Sous Chef at Mt. Bachelor Assisted Living and Memory Care in Bend, Oregon. You will work with the Dining Services Director to supervise culinary staff and deliver a premier dining experience for residents during breakfast, lunch, dinner, and events.

You will plan menus, maintain sanitation, manage inventory, and coordinate workflows while collaborating with other departments to ensure smooth operation and resident satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Experience/ knowledge of special diets and meal preparation for large groups.
• Leadership or management experience in supervising staff.
• Strong problem solving and ability to handle emergent situations.
• Preferred Culinary Arts Degree and related experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise cooks and food service staff.
• Maintain sanitation standards per regulations.
• Assist in purchasing and inventory management of food and kitchen supplies.
• Plan menus for daily meals and special events.
• Answer resident inquiries about the food service operation.
• Coordinate workflow to meet deadlines and follow policies.
• Foster good relationships with intradepartmental staff and other departments.

Skills

Lead and supervise staff

Special diets for large groups

Problem solving

Interpersonal communications

Time management

Implement change

Recruit and train staff

Education

Culinary Arts degree (preferred)

Job description

As the Sous Chef with Mt. Bachelor Assisted Living and Memory Care, you will consistently provide a fine dining experience to all residents in the community. You will participate in the food service operation of the community providing breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special event food and beverage service. As Sous Chef, you will work with the Dining Services Director in training and supervising culinary staff.

What we look for in a Sous Chef:

• Experience/ knowledge of special diets and meal preparation for large groups
• Ability to lead and supervise other staff (management experience preferred but not required)
• Demonstrates problem solving and ability to handle emergent situations
• Preferred Culinary Arts Degree and related experience
• Ability to manage time effectively and set priorities
• Effectively implement and carry out change
• Ability to recruit, hire, train and manage food service personnel, and provide effective direction
• Skilled in interpersonal communications to effectively interact with staff members and residents

What you can expect to do as the Sous Chef:

• Function as Supervisor over cooks and other food service associate
• Maintenance of appropriate sanitation standards in accordance with Federal, State and Local regulations
• Assists the Dining Services Director in purchasing and maintaining inventory of food products and kitchen supplies
• Plan menus for daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner services, as well as special events
• Answer resident inquiries and correspondence related to the overall food service operation and dining area
• Coordinate workflow and schedules to ensure that deadlines are met, and that policies and procedures are followed
• Develop and maintain a good working relationship and cooperative attitude with intradepartmental personnel, as well as other departments within the community

Required Certifications:

• Food Worker Card
• Serve Safe Manager

$24.50 - $26.50/hourly
*Depending on Experience

Job Type:

• Full Time
• Weekend Availability Required

Cascade Living Group Benefit Offerings:

• Competitive Wages
• Career Pathways
• Health Insurance (for those eligible)
• Voluntary Benefits (Disability, Accident, Life)
• Flexible Pet Insurance for cats and dogs
• 401k (with company match)
• Payroll advances on earned wages
• Perks at Work Discount Program
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Education Assistance
• Longevity Bonuses

Cascade Living is committed to the quality of life around us, as individuals and as a company. You’ll find that we’re different as our focus is to create a culture of wellness and purposeful living for both residents and employees alike. This is why our motto is:

The Difference Between Living and Living Well...

Mt. Bachelor Assisted Living and Memory Care provides care for residents and their families coming from all over the region. We invite you to learn more about us at:

https://www.cascadeliving.com/community/mount-bachelor/

Cascade Living Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All offers of employment are conditioned on passing a background check.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability during the application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at 360-979-0149 or [e-mail].