Sous Chef

Meridian Senior Living; Pompano Beach (FL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

401K

Employee Discounts

Pet Insurance

Telemedicine

Job summary

Meridian Senior Living’s The Preserve at Palm Aire in Pompano Beach, FL is seeking a Sous Chef to lead daily kitchen operations, supervise food preparation, maintain quality standards, and ensure food safety compliance. The role supports the Executive Chef and kitchen staff, coordinating daily production and service for residents and guests.

Responsibilities include planning menus, overseeing portioning and presentation, training staff, scheduling, and helping manage costs while delivering

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and follow instructions in English.
• Two to three years’ experience in a hotel, restaurant, or club with fine dining preferred.
• Leadership and supervision capabilities in a kitchen setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist Executive Chef in planning, preparing, and overseeing daily food production.
• Ensure meals are prepared according to recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Supervise preparation, cooking, and service of meals.
• Monitor food quality, taste, temperature, and appearance before service.
• Assist in menu development and special event planning.

Skills

English communication

Team leadership

Food safety knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary education (desirable)

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Job Location: The Preserve at Palm Aire - Pompano Beach, FL 33069, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $21.00 - $25.00 Hourly, Job Shift: Any, Job Category: Food Service. Meridian Senior Living believes that “Everyone Deserves a Great Life.”

To us, a great life in our communities starts with great employees.

We believe a great employee is someone that understands that our work is hard yet rewarding, that team work truly makes the dream work, and that at the end of the day there is nothing more satisfying then making a difference in someone’s life.

Benefits

• A solid benefits package (with several different plan options for you to choose from) – complete with Medical, Dental, and Vision.
• 1800MD – Telemedicine that is available to all employees and their family members at no cost! No enrollment required!
• Flexible Spending Account
• Company paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary benefits that include Short Term Disability, Accident Coverage, Critical Illness, and more!
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401K
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Bonus
• Employee Discounts – (Enterprise, Staples, HD Supply, Office Depot, Sherwin Williams, and more!)

What else do we offer?

• We equip you with the ability to grow your career – whether it be with us or another employer.
• A company culture that is dedicated to promoting integrity, joy, respect, and excellence!
• Life changing experiences with some of the best Residents an employee can ask for.

Sous Chef Position

The Sous Chef assists in the daily operation of the kitchen by supervising food preparation, maintaining quality standards, ensuring food safety compliance, and supporting kitchen staff.

Culinary Operations

• Assist the Executive Chef in planning, preparing, and overseeing daily food production.
• Ensure all meals are prepared according to recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Supervise preparation, cooking, and service of meals.
• Monitor food quality, taste, temperature, and appearance before service.
• Assist in menu development and special event planning.

Staff Leadership

• Supervise and support cooks, prep cooks, and kitchen staff.
• Provide training and coaching on food preparation techniques, safety procedures, and kitchen standards.
• Assist with scheduling and staffing coverage as needed.
• Promote teamwork, professionalism, and a positive work environment.

Food Safety and Sanitation

• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal health regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, storage areas, and equipment.
• Monitor proper food handling, labeling, storage, and rotation using FIFO practices.
• Conduct routine temperature checks and sanitation inspections.

Inventory and Cost Control

• Assist with ordering food and supplies.
• Monitor inventory levels and report shortages or waste concerns.
• Help control food costs through proper portioning, storage, and utilization.
• Participate in receiving and inspecting deliveries for quality and accuracy.

Resident/Guest Service

• Ensure meals meet resident and guest expectations.
• Address food-related concerns professionally and promptly.
• Participate in resident dining events, themed meals, and special functions.

Schedule: Weekends, holidays, evenings, and flexible shifts as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions in English and communicate effectively, and perform simple arithmetic. Ability to understand measurements and conversions.
• Two to three years’ experience in a hotel, restaurant, or club with fine dining preferred.
• Culinary education and supervisory background desirable.
• Ability to plan and organize work, to interpret instructions, recipes, specifications and standards.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment operations and maintenance. Some knowledge of nutrition and diet. Health Care experience desirable.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions in English, communicates effectively, and performs simple arithmetic. Ability to understand measurements and conversions.
• Serve Safe Certification a plus
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent interpersonal and social skills in order to work effectively with residents, families, visitors, peers, supervisors, and other outside contacts.

Meridian Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer