Sous Chef

Willow Valley Communities; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Generous PTO

Weekly pay

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

The Manor of Willow Valley Communities in Lancaster, PA seeks a Sous Chef - Full-Time to lead kitchen operations during the shift, oversee preparation, cooking and quality, and bridge residents with Culinary Services Management in the absence of the Chef.

Responsibilities include assigning tasks, training on food safety, portion control, recipe development, inventory, and maintaining HACCP compliance. 40 hours weekly, 11:00am-7:30pm, benefits and weekly pay.

Qualifications

• 2+ years cooking experience in a formal restaurant setting.
• Must have or attain ServSafe certification.
• Associates Degree (A.A.) from two-year college or university OR training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Assigns kitchen job tasks and provides oversight on proper food handling, preparation and cooking methods to assure menu selections are prepared in a timely manner and meets established quality standards.
• Actively participates in daily stand-up meetings with kitchen staff. Conducts these meetings in the absence of the Chef.
• Monitors and directs kitchen personnel on proper portion control, reading and following recipes, proper knife use, and proper ways to safely handle food.
• Conducts training programs on cleanliness, proper hygiene, and food safety in accordance with the designated FOCUS in-service requirements.
• Inspects prepared food and follows established standards for product taste testing prior to opening to Residents and during the meal period.
• Identifies food items that do not meet established quality standards and takes appropriate action to remove or replace the item.
• Creates "specials" and assists with recipe development. Modifies recipes to meet quality standards and submits recipes for revision.
• Completes inventory and ordering duties as assigned by the Chef.
• Responsible to assure proper records are maintained for food production and ordering within the food management system.
• Maintains a cleaning schedule to assure work areas are kept clean and sanitary.
• Enforces the proper operation of equipment to ensure personal safety and avoid damage to equipment.
• Follows Willow Valley's HACCP plan and all related food safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Cooking experience

Team supervision

Food safety

Education

Associates Degree

ServSafe certification

Job description

Overview

Sous Chef - Full-Time

Willow Valley Communities - Manor Campus

To provide an exceptional dining experience to our Residents by actively participating in meal preparation, cooking and overseeing the activities of the kitchen team to assure food is properly prepared and cooked during the meal period.

This position serves as a bridge between Residents and Culinary Services Management and is responsible for kitchen activities in the absence of the Chef.

Opportunities with WVC

• Excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision
• Generous PTO package
• Get paid Weekly!
• Career growth opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement and Scholarship opportunities
• Use of amenities, such as our fitness center, spa, cafes and swimming pools
• Plus many more!

Wage

• $21/hr + based on experience

Responsibilities

• Assigns kitchen job tasks and provides oversight on proper food handling, preparation and cooking methods to assure menu selections are prepared in a timely manner and meets established quality standards.
• Actively participates in daily stand-up meetings with kitchen staff. Conducts these meetings in the absence of the Chef.
• Monitors and directs kitchen personnel on proper portion control, reading and following recipes, proper knife use, and proper ways to safely handle food.
• Conducts training programs on cleanliness, proper hygiene, and food safety in accordance with the designated FOCUS in-service requirements.
• Inspects prepared food and follows established standards for product taste testing prior to opening to Residents and during the meal period. Assures each item meets all standards relating to proper food temperatures, taste, and presentation.
• Identifies food items that do not meet established quality standards and takes appropriate action to remove or replace the item. Alerts Culinary Services Management in situations when this occurs.
• Creates "specials" and assists with recipe development. Modifies recipes to meet quality standards and submits recipes for revision.
• Completes inventory and ordering duties as assigned by the Chef.
• Responsible to assure proper records are maintained for food production and ordering within the food management system.
• Maintains a cleaning schedule to assure work areas are kept clean and sanitary.
• Enforces the proper operation of equipment to ensure personal safety and avoid damage to equipment.
• Follows Willow Valley's HACCP plan and all related food safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• 2+ years cooking experience in a formal restaurant setting.
• Must have or attain ServSafe certification.
• Associates Degree (A.A.) from two-year college or university OR
• and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Hours/Schedule

• 40 hrs/week
• 11:00am-7:30pm, 2 days off per week

Location

• The Manor of Willow Valley Communities211 Willow Valley Square, Lancaster, PA 17602

Join us and bring your culinary expertise to a team committed to creating exceptional dining experiences every day!

Willow Valley Communities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.