Sous Chef

Rogue Valley Manor; Medford (OR); On-site; USD 30,307 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career advancement opportunities

Early wage access

Free employee parking

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) match

Generous PTO

Education tuition assistance

Employee recognition programs

Access to onsite pool and gym

Job summary

A premier upscale senior living community in Medford is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to lead its culinary team across multiple dining venues. The successful candidate will oversee menu development and kitchen operations while ensuring high standards of food quality and safety. This role also guarantees consistent working hours, making it an attractive opportunity for culinary professionals looking for a stable work environment. Benefits include career advancement, medical insurance, and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-4 years of experience as a Sous Chef or equivalent role.
• Valid Food Handlers card required.
• ServSafe Food Safety Manager certificate is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the culinary team across multiple dining venues.
• Collaborate with management to develop menus and maintain food quality standards.
• Ensure consistent working hours for staff.

Skills

Team leadership

Culinary expertise

Menu development

Food safety knowledge

Job description

Overview

The Rogue Valley Manor, Medford’s premier upscale senior living community, is seeking an experienced Sous Chef with a minimum of 2-4 years of experience in Sous Chef or equivalent roles to help lead our team of culinary professionals for our fine-dining restaurant, upscale casual Bistro, catering services, and/or all other areas of our culinary program. We are not a nursing home or typical retirement community. At our luxury, resort‑like community, we are driven to provide our residents with the best hospitality the Medford area has to offer, so our residents don’t need to leave home for an incredible culinary experience. The successful candidate will find great satisfaction in making people happy through food and in helping others develop their potential through strong, effective leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead the culinary team across multiple dining venues including a fine‑dining restaurant, upscale casual Bistro, and catering services.
• Collaborate with management to develop menus, coordinate kitchen operations, and maintain high standards of food quality and safety.
• Ensure consistent working hours and avoid late‑night closing shifts, providing a stable work environment for the team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2‑4 years of experience as a Sous Chef or equivalent role.
• Valid Food Handlers card required.
• ServSafe Food Safety Manager certificate is a plus.

Compensation

Compensation: $22.00 - $25.00 / hr DOE

Benefits

• Career‑centered opportunity for advancement
• PayActiv (early wage access)
• FREE Employee Parking
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Prescription Benefits (we pay 90% of employee’s monthly premium, 50% of dependent(s) monthly premium)
• 4% 401(k) match (after one‑year/1000 hours)
• Defined contribution retirement plan
• Flexible Spending Plan (up to $2750 per plan year, Dependent Care $5000)
• Generous PTO (paid time off) plan
• Employee recognition programs
• Education Tuition Assistance Program and Employee Development
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Employee access to onsite pool & gym

Senior Level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Management and Manufacturing
• Nursing Homes and Residential Care Facilities

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