Sous Chef

Carlton Senior Living; Elk Grove (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Raises twice a year

Anniversary bonus

Immediate pay

Fitness/education reimbursement

Complimentary employee meals

Additional pay increases (referrals, 


Holiday pay

Sick/vacation time

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Carlton Senior Living in Elk Grove is hiring a Sous Chef to help manage daily kitchen operations, supervise staff, coordinate deliveries, and ensure proper handling of meats, produce, and baked goods. You will train and mentor line cooks and dishwashers, uphold food safety and sanitation standards, oversee food preparation from measure to plating, and maintain inventory.

Schedule: Sunday through Thursday, 10:30am–6:30pm; Pay Range: $23–$26 per hour; benefits include health coverage, training,

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years or older
• At least two (2) years of culinary experience
• Formal culinary training or degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chef in managing daily kitchen operations by supervising staff, coordinating deliveries, and properly handling meats, produce, and baked goods.
• Train and mentor line cooks, prep cooks, and dishwashers to uphold kitchen standards.
• Ensure and maintain strict compliance with food safety, sanitation, and company policies.
• Oversee food preparation, including measuring, cooking, seasoning, and plating.
• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes by following standardized recipes, ensuring proper seasoning, doneness, and presentation.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in all kitchen areas while efficiently managing food inventory and production prep.
• Support safety protocols, emergency plans, and elopement prevention practices.
• Foster a warm, collaborative atmosphere with residents, families, and team members.

Education

Culinary training or degree

Job description

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At Carlton, we are dedicated to enriching the lives of older adults by offering personalized care and fostering a warm and supportive environment. We know it takes a special group of individuals to help our residents live their lives to the fullest, surrounded by love, kindness, and care. We believe happy employees ensure happy residents. With attractive benefits, hands‑on training, and opportunities for career advancement, we take great pride in recruiting people who embrace and embody our unique “culture of caring.”

Join our exceptional team at Carlton Senior Living as our Sous Chef!

Why work with us:

• Raises twice a year
• Anniversary Bonus
• Immediate Pay
• Fitness/Education Reimbursement
• Complimentary employee meals
• Opportunity for additional pay increases (referrals, mentors, etc)
• Holiday pay
• Sick/Vacation Time
• Medical, Dental, Vision… and more!

What we are hiring for:

Schedule: Sunday through Thursday; 10:30am-6:30pm (hours may vary)

Pay Range:

$23-$26

What You’ll Do:

• Assist the Chef in managing daily kitchen operations by supervising staff, coordinating deliveries, and properly handling meats, produce, and baked goods.
• Train and mentor line cooks, prep cooks, and dishwashers to uphold kitchen standards.
• Ensure and maintain strict compliance with food safety, sanitation, and company policies.
• Oversee food preparation, including measuring, cooking, seasoning, and plating.
• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes by following standardized recipes, ensuring proper seasoning, doneness, and presentation.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in all kitchen areas while efficiently managing food inventory and production prep.
• Support safety protocols, emergency plans, and elopement prevention practices.
• Foster a warm, collaborative atmosphere with residents, families, and team members.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years or older, per Title 22 requirements
• At least two (2) years of culinary experience
• Formal culinary training or degree preferred