Sous Chef - Eligible for $2,500 Sign On Bonus

Ericksonseniorlivingcareers

Naples, Northern (FL, KY)

Hybrid

USD 54,000 - 66,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

PTO & volunteer hours

Diversity & inclusion

Onsite medical centers

Food discount

Growth opportunities

Education assistance

Job summary

Siena Lakes by Erickson Senior Living in North Naples, Florida, is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to lead culinary operations in our Signature Dining Programs, including à la minute cooking and chef-inspired creations.

You will supervise scheduling, training, and food preparation, ensure timely resident meals, and uphold food safety and quality standards while working with a dedicated team in state-of-the-art kitchens. Compensation up to $60,000/year plus a $2,500 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years full-service experience.
Minimum of 6 months supervisory and coaching experience.
Must be able to work some weekends and holidays.
Be able to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work in extreme temperatures, including hot kitchen to refrigerators and freezers.

Responsibilities

Supervises the scheduling, training, and discipline of all culinary and utility staff.
Manages daily kitchen production and food preparation to ensure timely service of resident meals.
Directs the preparation and service of all menu items, including adherence to recipes, proper food handling, food safety, dietary restrictions, and production forecasts.
Oversees the organization and sanitation of dining rooms, kitchen, storage areas, and loading dock.

Skills

Culinary experience

Supervisory experience

Weekend/holiday availability

Physical stamina

Job description

Location: Siena Lakes by Erickson Senior Living

Are you an experienced Sous Chef with a strong culinary background and a commitment to teamwork and leadership? If so, join our team and play a key role in our innovative Signature Dining Programs, which include à la minute cooking and chef-inspired creations. You’ll work alongside a dedicated team in state-of-the-art kitchens, using top-notch equipment.

Compensation: Commensurate with experience, up to $60,000 / year.

This role is eligible for a $2,500 sign on bonus

What we offer

Quality of life – most of our restaurant's team members are out before 9pm
Medical, dental and vision packages, including an annual reimbursement for qualified wellness expenses, personal health coaching and telemedicine options
PTO Plans, PLUS company paid volunteer hours for eligible team members, in accordance with applicable state law.
A culture of diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging, which builds on our mission, vision and values
Onsite medical centers, providing wellness visits and sick care for all team members over 18 years of age
30% discount on food and drinks at on-site dining venues, plus additional healthy choice meal options at discounted prices
Growth Opportunities – grow with the company as we open new communities and expand on our existing ones!
Education assistance, certification reimbursement and access to over 6,000 courses through our online learning library, designed to enhance your current skills and build new ones

How you will make an impact

Supervises the scheduling, training, and discipline of all culinary and utility staff. The Sous Chef will oversee all culinary functions in the Chef’s absence, including staffing, food production, utility management, and kitchen sanitation
Manages daily kitchen production and food preparation to ensure timely service of resident meals
Directs the preparation and service of all menu items, including adherence to recipes, proper food handling, food safety, quality, dietary restrictions, and production forecasts
Oversees the organization and sanitation of dining rooms, kitchen, storage areas, and loading dock

What you will need

Minimum of 3 years full-service experience required
Minimum of 6 months supervisory and coaching experience required
Must be able to work some weekends and holidays.
Be able to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds
Ability to work in extreme temperatures, including hot kitchen to refrigerators and freezers

Please note that specific state regulations and requirements may be applicable. These regulations take precedence over the requirements outlined in the job description.

Please read: The Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) requires all new hires to successfully complete and pass an extensive Level 2 background screening, which covers U.S. Federal, State and City checks (submitting fingerprints), prior to the start of employment. For more information you can visit their website: https://info/flclearinghouse.com

Siena Lakes is a vibrant continuing care retirement community located in North Naples, Florida. We’re part of a growing national network of communities managed by Erickson Senior Living, one of the country’s largest and most respected providers of senior living and health care. Siena Lakes helps people live better lives by fulfilling our promises of a vibrant lifestyle, financial stability, and focused health and well-being services for those who live and work with us. As part of our team, you'll enjoy flexibility and work-life balance to meet your personal and professional goals, and we are committed to providing you with opportunities to learn and grow.

Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

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