Sous Chef

The-Viridian; New Bern (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Sous Chef position at ALG Senior Living in New Bern, NC, supports the Executive Chef in delivering high-quality meals to residents and guests while ensuring nutrition standards and safety guidelines. You will lead kitchen staff, assist with daily operations, supervise plating, and help plan menus that respect dietary needs and resident preferences, contributing to a warm, welcoming dining experience.

Additionally, you will monitor inventory, manage stock rotation to minimize waste, and step

Qualifications

• Experience in senior living, healthcare, or hospitality kitchens.
• Proven leadership or supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of food safety, nutrition, and dietary restrictions.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends/holidays.
• Culinary degree or certification preferred but not required.
• Passion for providing excellent service and resident experiences.

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.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Food safety

Menu planning

Training staff

Dietary considerations

Education

Culinary degree or cert. preferred

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.