Sous Chef 2

Sunrise Senior Living; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Sunrise Senior Living in Denver, CO is seeking a Sous Chef to assist the Executive Chef in leading food production, presentation, and kitchen operations while upholding high culinary, sanitation, and regulatory standards.

The role focuses on overseeing daily production, supervising dining staff, ensuring proper portioning and diet compliance, and supporting events and resident engagement to enhance dining experiences.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily food production and presentation
• Support supervision and coaching of dining team members
• Ensure proper portioning, plating, and therapeutic diet compliance
• Monitor food costs, purchasing, and inventory controls
• Maintain accurate production sheets and temperature logs
• Enforce HACCP and food safety standards
• Support special events, banquets, and catering
• Engage with residents to monitor satisfaction
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations

Job description

Why Join Sunrise Senior LivingAt Sunrise Senior Living, we believe meaningful work starts with purpose. Our team members are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of residents every day.At Sunrise Senior Living, we champion the quality of life for all seniors. As a Sous Chef, you support the Executive Chef in leading food production, presentation, and kitchen operations while maintaining high culinary, sanitation, and regulatory standards. What You’ll Do: • Oversee daily food production and presentation • Support supervision and coaching of dining team members • Ensure proper portioning, plating, and therapeutic diet compliance • Monitor food costs, purchasing, and inventory controls • Maintain accurate production sheets and temperature logs • Enforce HACCP and food safety standards • Support special events, banquets, and catering • Engage with residents to monitor satisfaction • Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations You help drive food quality, kitchen efficiency, and team performance while supporting regulatory readiness. Sous Chef II – Lead Kitchen Operations and Deliver High-Quality Dining Experiences Sous Chef | Kitchen Manager | Culinary | Food Service | Dining Services | Food Safety | HospitalityPay Range:23.40 - 29.30Ready to take the next step and make a bigger impact than you ever imagined? As part of our team, you will help brighten the future for everyone at Sunrise and beyond. That is why we make it a priority to celebrate the unique ways you bring moments of togetherness and joy to everyone you serve. And when combined with the support, benefits, and growth opportunities we offer, the result is a career that PositivelyShines with everything you need to reach your goals – at work and in your life.We also offer benefits and other compensation that include:Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability PlansRetirement Savings PlansEmployee Assistant Program / Discount ProgramPaid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday paymyFlexPay offered to get paid within hours of a shiftTuition ReimbursementIn addition to base compensation, Sunrise may offer discretionary and/or non-discretionary bonuses. The eligibility to receive such a bonus will depend on the employee’s position, plan/program offered by Sunrise at the time, and required performance pursuant to the plan/program.Some benefits have eligibility requirementsApply today to learn why Sunrise Senior Living is a certified Great Place to WorkEqual Opportunity EmployerSunrise Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.