Sous Chef

Highgate Senior Living; Bozeman (MT); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading senior living community in Bozeman seeks a passionate Sous Chef to enhance the culinary experience for residents. This full-time role involves menu creation, ensuring food safety, and fostering a positive kitchen environment. Ideal candidates will have advanced culinary skills and a commitment to service, contributing to the well-being of seniors in a supportive community.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible compensation package

Qualifications

• At least 21 years of age.
• Education and experience supporting Sous Chef status.
• Ability to pass criminal background checks.

Responsibilities

• Implement the food and beverage program for residents.
• Create a culinary experience that engages all five senses.
• Manage labor, purchasing, and equipment maintenance.

Skills

Advanced culinary skills

Strong safety awareness

Teamwork

Leadership skills

Adaptability

Education

ServeSafe certification

Job description

A community, not a facility. We are thought leaders in the industry, taking a positive, holistic approach to senior care and encouraging independence, as people are happiest when they can make their own choices. We provide opportunities for physical activity, social engagement, intellectual stimulation, spiritual involvement, and fun. We treat our residents and team members like family. This opportunity will allow you to positively impact the quality of life for over 700 seniors and their families.

SOUS CHEF

Are you passionate about food? Do you nurture those you care for through your cooking? Do you believe creating food is both a science and an art? If so, this might be the opportunity for you. We are looking for the right person to work with our culinarians to implement the food and beverage program for our residents. We specialize in assisted living and memory care. Highgate Senior Living's mission is to help each resident live a purposeful life, and each of us plays a crucial role in this. We operate communities in the western US and are seeking a Sous Chef to join our team. Help us create an environment that promotes well-being and fosters a true community in a gracious, homelike setting. This full-time position is responsible for providing a culinary experience that engages all five senses and nourishes both body and soul.

The successful candidate will be service-oriented, organized, detail-oriented, positive, and self-motivated. Good communication skills and a strong work ethic are essential. This role offers a great opportunity for chefs passionate about food creation and seeking a new industry with an exciting career path. If you're tired of long nights, weekends at work, and high stress, this could be the change you need. Our industry values dedicated professionals who enjoy serving others while sharpening their skills and knowledge for a long-term, satisfying career. We support internal promotions and recognize diverse levels of experience during candidate evaluation.

Skills Needed:

• Confidence engaging with seniors of various physical and cognitive abilities
• Advanced culinary skills demonstrating innovation and creativity
• Strong safety awareness and promotion of a safe kitchen environment
• Menu creation skills incorporating nutrition, diversity, and flair
• Knowledge of food safety, infection control, and cleanliness standards
• Proficiency in varied cooking techniques and a desire to teach others
• Calmness under pressure and ability to manage stressful situations
• Business acumen in managing labor, purchasing, and equipment maintenance
• Teamwork and strong relationship-building skills with a customer service focus
• Adaptability to residents' needs and preferences
• Understanding or willingness to learn about dementia and supporting residents with it
• Leadership skills to motivate and manage teams

Relatable Experience:

• Experience in producing and delivering culinary programs
• Roles delivering high-quality service, especially to seniors or vulnerable groups
• Experience in healthcare, hospitality, or hotel culinary services
• Volunteer work or other experience with vulnerable populations
• Internships or special programs enhancing culinary skills
• Leadership roles within the culinary field

Qualifications:

1. At least 21 years of age

2. Education and experience supporting Sous Chef status

3. Knowledge of regulatory standards for kitchens (or ability to learn quickly)

4. Willingness to learn about healthcare/assisted living environments

5. ServeSafe certification or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire

6. Ability to pass criminal background checks

7. Ability to work independently with minimal oversight

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, a voice in organizational matters, opportunities for innovation, and a flexible compensation package based on credentials, tenure, and skills. The starting hourly wage is $22.00 to $27.00. A passion for your work and a commitment to service are essential. Vaccination against COVID-19 is preferred. To learn more, please contact us.