Sous Chef

Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina; Easley (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Retirement plan with employer match

Professional development and career成长

Job summary

The Foothills Retirement Community in Easley, SC is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to partner with the Executive Chef, lead a culinary team, and elevate dining for residents.

You will oversee kitchen operations, mentor cooks, ensure food safety, and help with menu development, events, and cost control while maintaining hospitality and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 2 years of culinary experience in fine dining, hospitality, country club, hotel, senior living, or similar environments.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a kitchen.
• SERV Safe Certification.
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Valid South Carolina driver’s license.
• Flexibility to support weekends, holidays, and occasional alternate shift coverage.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily management of culinary operations and lead venues in the Executive Chef’s absence.
• Prepare and oversee high-quality meals with exceptional presentation.
• Support menu development, seasonal offerings, and special dining events.
• Coach, mentor, and develop cooks and team members.
• Ensure food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance standards.
• Manage food production, inventory, ordering, rotation, and kitchen organization.
• Assist with labor management and cost control while maintaining quality.
• Support catering, holiday celebrations, and resident events.
• Maintain production records, recipes, temperature logs, and ops docs.
• Foster a positive, team-oriented culture focused on excellence and hospitality.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team management

Food safety knowledge

Operations management

Menu development

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate Degree in Culinary Arts

Tools

SERV Safe Certification

Job description

Description

The Foothills Retirement Community | Easley, SC

Lead with Purpose. Cook with Passion. Make a Difference Every Day.

At The Foothills Retirement Community, dining is more than a meal. It's an experience that brings comfort, connection, and joy to our residents every day.

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Sous Chef to partner with our Executive Chef in leading a talented culinary team, creating exceptional dining experiences, and helping shape the future of our growing dining program. If you're a culinary professional who takes pride in quality, enjoys mentoring others, and is looking for a rewarding career with work-life balance, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

As Sous Chef, you'll serve as the Executive Chef's right-hand and help lead all aspects of kitchen operations, including:

• Assisting in the daily management of culinary operations and leading the multiple culinary venues in the Executive Chef's absence
• Preparing and overseeing high-quality meals with exceptional presentation and consistency
• Supporting menu development, seasonal offerings, and special dining events
• Coaching, mentoring, and developing cooks and culinary team members
• Ensuring food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance standards are maintained
• Managing food production, inventory, ordering, product rotation, and kitchen organization
• Assisting with labor management and cost control while maintaining superior quality
• Supporting catering functions, holiday celebrations, and special resident events
• Maintaining production records, recipes, temperature logs, and operational documentation
• Creating a positive, team-oriented culture focused on excellence and hospitality

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of 2 years of culinary experience in fine dining, hospitality, country club, hotel, senior living, or similar foodservice environments
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a kitchen setting
• SERV Safe Certification
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
• Basic computer proficiency
• Valid South Carolina driver's license
• Flexibility to support weekends, holidays, and occasional alternate shift coverage

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Culinary Arts
• Experience in senior living, retirement communities, healthcare dining, or hospitality dining programs
• Knowledge of South Carolina DHEC regulations
• 3+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience

Benefits & Perks

We invest in our team members because they are the heart of our community.

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Supportive leadership and collaborative culture
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on residents' lives every day

PCSC is an Equal Opportunity Employer