Sous Chef [dining]

Senior Living Residences; Meredith (NH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability coverage

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

DEI initiatives

Refer-a-friend bonus

Job summary

Senior Living Residences’ Compass at Forestview in Meredith, NH seeks a dedicated Sous Chef to prepare, cook, and plate meals for residents and events. The role supports menu planning, inventory, and dietary accommodations under the guidance of the dining leadership.

We offer full-time shifts with competitive hourly pay starting at $23–$24 per hour, plus comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development within a caring senior living community.

Qualifications

• Food Safety certification preferred.
• 1–2 years as a cook in a fast-paced setting.
• Physical ability to lift trays and move dining tables and furniture.
• Effective communication with residents and co-workers.
• Punctuality and reliability – dependable in daily living activities.

Responsibilities

• The sous chef will be responsible for preparing, cooking, and plating food for meals and special events, assisting with ordering, and accommodating residents' dietary needs as required.

Skills

Food Safety Certification

Job description

Meredith, New Hampshire

Compass at Forestview’s caring and compassionate Dining team members provide superior customer service and offer a gourmet dining experience for our senior residents. We are proud to have been ranked #1 in The Boston Globe's 2024 List of Top Places to Work and #35 in the nation by USA Today! Compass at Forestview is located at 153 Parade Rd, Meredith, NH. Learn more about Compass at Forestview here.

Sous Chef

Meredith, New Hampshire

Compass at Forestview’s caring and compassionate Dining team members provide superior customer service and offer a gourmet dining experience for our senior residents. We are proud to have been ranked #1 in The Boston Globe's 2024 List of Top Places to Work and #35 in the nation by USA Today! Compass at Forestview is located at 153 Parade Rd, Meredith, NH. Learn more about Compass at Forestview here.

Available Shifts

Full Time

Pay & Benefits

Rates start at $23-$24 per hour based on experience

Benefits

Our comprehensive standard benefits program starts on the day of hire and includes paid time off, holiday pay, health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield, dental, and vision insurance, disability coverage, complimentary life insurance and a pre-tax retirement savings plan with a company match. We also offer the following perks and incentives to all associates:

• DEI Initiatives - A regular opportunity for all associates to voice opinions and ideas to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion for the whole company!
• Generous bonus program for referring associates and or residents
• Retail discounts include cellphone plans, pet insurance, home & auto insurance, car rentals, identity theft protection, office supplies, concert & museum tickets, travel, shopping, and much more!
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to offset medical plan and health care expenses.
• Nationwide tuition rewards program.
• Extensive professional development and education programs, including the opportunity to become a Certified Dementia Practitioner
• Commuter Benefits include pre-tax savings on public transportation passes and parking

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

The sous chef will be responsible for preparing, cooking, and plating food for meals and special events, assisting with ordering, and accommodating residents' dietary needs as required.

Requirements

• Certification: Food Safety certification, preferred
• Experience: Minimum 1-2 years as a cook in a fast-paced setting
• Physical requirements: Lifting trays and dishes, occasionally moving dining tables and furniture
• Communication: An ability to communicate effectively with residents and co-workers
• Punctuality & reliability – Our residents rely on us to assist them with their daily living activities and we expect our associates to deliver on this promise.

Senior Living Residences (SLR) is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities for all Job Applicants and our Associates. We aim to attract and retain a diverse staff. SLR honors each associate’s (and resident’s) experiences, perspectives, and unique identities. Each of our communities strives to create and maintain a living and working environment that is inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. We are also proud to have reached Platinum through SAGECare's LGBTQ Cultural Competency Training Program to build bridges between staff and LGBTQ residents and families by telling real stories and forming connections on a human level.

Employment decisions at SLR are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or the result of genetic testing or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. In addition, The Community complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, re-hire, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.