Sous Chef

ALG Senior; Flat Rock (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Life insurance

EAP

Job summary

ALG Senior in Flat Rock, NC is seeking a Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in planning, preparing, and serving high-quality meals for residents and guests. This role ensures nutrition standards, dietary needs, and safety guidelines are met while contributing to a positive dining experience and overall quality of life in the community.

You will lead daily kitchen operations, supervise staff, assist with menu planning, manage inventory, and uphold sanitation.

Qualifications

• Prior culinary leadership in senior living, healthcare, or hospitality.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, nutrition, and dietary restrictions.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef with daily kitchen operations, including meal preparation, cooking, and plating.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff, ensuring proper food handling and sanitation practices.
• Collaborate on menu planning, incorporating resident preferences and dietary requirements.
• Monitor food inventory, place orders, and manage stock rotation to minimize waste.
• Uphold regulatory standards and ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation guidelines.
• Lead the kitchen team in the absence of the Executive Chef.
• Contribute to a welcoming and efficient dining experience that reflects ALG Senior’s standards of excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary skills

Food safety

Flexibility

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Why Join Us?

We foster a culture of compassion, leadership, and growth—for our residents and our team. We offer:

• Competitive salary with bonus potential
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program

Role Overview:

The Sous Chef plays a key leadership role in the kitchen, supporting the Executive Chef in planning, preparing, and serving high-quality meals to residents and guests. This position ensures compliance with nutrition standards, dietary needs, and safety guidelines while helping to create a positive dining experience that enhances the overall quality of life in the community.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the Executive Chef with daily kitchen operations, including meal preparation, cooking, and plating.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff, ensuring proper food handling and sanitation practices.
• Collaborate on menu planning, incorporating resident preferences and dietary requirements.
• Monitor food inventory, place orders, and manage stock rotation to minimize waste.
• Uphold regulatory standards and ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation guidelines.
• Step in to lead the kitchen team in the absence of the Executive Chef.
• Contribute to a welcoming and efficient dining experience that reflects ALG Senior’s standards of excellence.

Qualifications:

• Previous culinary experience, preferably in senior living, healthcare, or hospitality.
• Proven leadership or supervisory experience in a kitchen setting.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, nutrition, and dietary restrictions.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Culinary degree or relevant certification preferred but not required.
• Passion for providing excellent service and creating meaningful experiences for residents.