Sous Chef

Resort Lifestyle Communities; Rogers (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Access your pay anytime

Benefit stipend per pay period (health

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Resort Lifestyle Communities in Rogers, AR is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations and craft meals that delight residents. You will ensure high standards of quality, cleanliness, and presentation across a wide range of meats, seafood, and vegetables.

In this role you’ll mentor culinary staff, step in for the Executive Chef when needed, and help train team members through our structured RLC programs, all while maintaining safe, stocked work areas and contributing to resident

Qualifications

• Must have at least 21 years of age.
• Prior leadership in culinary preparation and cooking preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required; culinary degree preferred.
• Basic computer skills required; data entry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own the quality and presentation of every dish while preparing a wide variety of items using diverse cooking methods.
• In the Executive Chef’s absence, provide leadership and guide the culinary team to prepare scratch-made dishes.
• Play a key role in resident satisfaction by training team members using structured RLC training programs.
• Maintain clean, sanitary, and well-stocked workstations and Chef’s Pantry; receive, handle, store, and rotate products to ensure freshness and safety.
• Monitor and log food, refrigeration, and dish machine temperatures; follow closing checklists and assist other team members.
• Actively participate in meetings, share ideas, and respond to feedback to enhance the dining experience.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Cooking skills

Data entry

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Culinary degree preferred

Job description

At Resort Lifestyle Communities (RLC), serving seniors isn’t just a job, it’s a calling. When you join our team, you become part of a close-knit, servant-hearted community guided by our Core Values: Respect, Honesty, Kindness & Compassion, and Service Excellence.

Together, we work toward four essential goals that guide our success:

• Happy Employees
• Happy Residents
• Full Occupancy
• On-Budget Operations

About the Role

As our Sous Chef, you’ll play a vital role in creating moments that matter for our residents. You’ll ensure smooth, efficient, and safe kitchen operations while maintaining high standards of quality and cleanliness. Beyond cooking, you’ll help turn meals into meaningful experiences, building connections with residents and team members to make every dining moment feel special.

What We’re Looking For

• Must be at least 21 years of age or older.
• Flexibility: Your primary schedule is lunch and dinner Tuesday-Saturday. Additional availability is needed to support holidays and events.
• Previous leadership in culinary preparation and cooking preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required; culinary degree or other higher education preferred.
• Basic computer skills required; data entry experience preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the quality and presentation of every dish while showcasing your culinary skills by preparing a wide variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and other items using diverse cooking methods such as broiling, grilling, frying, and sautéing.
• In the Executive Chef’s absence, you will step in to provide leadership, guiding the culinary team and preparing scratch-made dishes that are not only flavorful and beautifully presented but also personalized to residents’ preferences.
• Play a key role in resident satisfaction by assisting and helping train team members using structured RLC training programs.
• Maintain clean, sanitary, and well-stocked workstations and Chef’s Pantry for smooth meal service; receive, handle, store, and rotate products properly to ensure freshness, safety, and presentation.
• Monitor and log food, refrigeration, and dish machine temperatures; follow closing checklists and assist other team members.
• Actively participate in meetings, share innovative ideas, and respond to feedback professionally to enhance the dining experience.

Benefits for Full-Time Employees

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Access your pay anytime
• $341 benefit stipend per pay period to apply toward:
  • Health, Dental, Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability
  • HSA, FSA, LSA
  • Accident & Hospital Indemnity
  • Legal & Identity Theft Protection
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with employer match

Why RLC?

• Fast-growing, family-owned company with 60+ communities nationwide.
• Supportive leadership in a beautiful, resort-style environment.
• A purpose-driven role where you make a difference every day.

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