Sous Chef

Otterbein SeniorLife; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO) from day one

Paid Holidays

DailyPay access to earned wages

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Discounts (university partners

Crisis Fund

Legal & Identity Theft Protection

Job summary

Otterbein SeniorLife in Michigan is seeking a Sous Chef to manage daily kitchen operations and oversee dining experiences across the campus.

You will lead kitchen staff, develop menus, ensure compliance with food safety regulations, and mentor the team. Strong leadership and creativity are valued, with opportunities to influence resident dining and collaborate with the Executive Chef.

Qualifications

• Experience in LTC or similar setting preferred.
• Proficiency in maintaining and using kitchen equipment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Outlook and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Oversees activities of kitchen staff and monitors all food production and presentation.
• Monitors staff performance and provides feedback to the Executive Chef.
• Mentors culinary staff as needed.
• Trains staff in procedures and policies.
• Ensures opening and closing procedures are completed.
• Develops menus and recipes.
• Oversees dining experience of the Long-Term Care Neighborhood.
• Works with the Executive Chef on daily operations.
• Manages inventory and ordering.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local food safety regulations.
• Demonstrates strong leadership and creativity.
• Maintains flexible hours.

Skills

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Office software

Staff management

Education

Culinary degree or certificate

Job description

Overview

The Sous Chef position is responsible for helping Otterbein manage the overall dining experience of the campus. The position will manage all daily operations, including overall direction of kitchen staff. The position requires an individual who will carry out responsibilities in accordance with the organizational policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

Responsibilities

• Excellent customer service is a must!!
• Oversees the activities of the kitchen staff and monitors all food production and presentation.
• Monitors and evaluates staff performance and provide feedback to the Executive Chef.
• Mentoring culinary staff as needed.
• Trains and assists staff in proper procedures and policies.
• Ensure opening and closing procedures are completed.
• Menu development.
• Oversight of the dining experience of the Long-Term Care Neighborhood.
• Work side-by-side and hands on experience with the Executive Chef.
• Recipe development.
• Scheduling.
• Strong leadership skills.
• A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
• Oversight of inventory.
• Requires an understanding of federal, state and local food and safety regulations.
• Flexible hours!!

Qualifications

• Understand the use and maintenance of various kitchen equipment. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Excel. Excellent record of kitchen and staff management.

Education:

A degree in Culinary science or related certificate would be a plus.

Licensure:

ServSafe certification.

Experience:

2 to 5 year’s cooking experience in LTC or similar setting preferred

BENEFITS*

Health & Wellness

• Medical Insurance with free virtual doctor visits
• Vision & Dental Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support

Financial Security

• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) that accrues immediately from day one
• Paid Holidays for a healthy work-life balance
• Access to DailyPay, enabling you to access up to 100% of your earned wages on a daily basis
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year for ANY field of study
• Tuition Discounts through exclusive partnerships with the University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College
• Employee-Sponsored Crisis Fund available for those facing unforeseen challenges
• Legal & Identity Theft Protection

Growth & Development

• University Partnerships with University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College for exclusive tuition discounts
• Multiple Partner Discounts available for various products and services through Access Perks
• Access to 1,000s of hours of personal and professional development material through RightNow Media @ Work
• Some benefits, including PTO and tuition reimbursement, are based on hours worked.

Why work for Otterbein SeniorLife:

For more than 100 years, Otterbein has provided senior housing options rooted in respect and community. We’re a non-profit 501(c)(3) health and human service organization, so our values and initiatives are focused on serving our residents. Otterbein SeniorLife consists of lifestyle communities, revolutionary small house neighborhoods, home health, and hospice care in Ohio, Michican and Indiana. We offer different lifestyle options for seniors through independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in-home care, and hospice services.