Sous Chef - Full Time

Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina; Palmetto Park (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan with employer match

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Village at Summerville, part of Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina, seeks an experienced Sous Chef to support our culinary team and deliver high‑quality meals for residents. Reporting to the Executive Chef, you will lead daily kitchen operations, train staff, and ensure food safety and presentation standards with compassion and service at the core.

Responsibilities include preparing meals, developing seasonal menus, supervising cooks, maintaining temperatures and sanitation, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 2 years of cooking experience in a fine dining or hotel environment.
• Culinary leadership experience.
• ServSafe certification.
• Intermediate computer skills.
• Valid South Carolina driver’s license.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, alternate shifts, or additional hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef with daily culinary operations and serve as backup in their absence.
• Prepare and oversee high‑quality meals with attention to taste, presentation, temperature, and timely service.
• Support the development of seasonal menus and meal ideas.
• Train and support cooks and other culinary team members on preparation, cooking, plating, sanitation, and work procedures.
• Monitor food preparation, storage, labeling, dating, stocking, and rotation.
• Maintain food safety standards by checking temperatures and sanitation.
• Help manage food and labor resources while maintaining quality standards.
• Inspect equipment to ensure cleanliness and proper operation.
• Assist with catering events and special functions as needed.
• Complete production sheets, recipes, order books, temperature logs, and other documentation.
• Support the kitchen wherever needed, including cooking and plating meals.
• Uphold PCSC's Mission, Values, and Commitment Statement by providing compassionate Christian service.
• Participate in required training, meetings, and community emergency preparedness activities.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Fine-dining cooking

Weekend/holiday readiness

Intermediate computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Culinary Arts

ServSafe certification

Job description

Description

The Village at Summerville is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to support our culinary team in providing high-quality meals and exceptional dining experiences for our residents.

Reporting to the Executive Chef, the Sous Chef helps lead daily kitchen operations, supports and trains culinary team members, maintains food quality and presentation standards, and ensures food safety and sanitation requirements are consistently followed.

What You'll Do

• Assist the Executive Chef with daily culinary operations and serve as backup in their absence.
• Prepare and oversee high-quality meals with attention to taste, presentation, temperature, and timely service.
• Support the development of seasonal menus and meal ideas.
• Train and support cooks and other culinary team members on proper preparation, cooking, plating, sanitation, and work procedures.
• Monitor food preparation, storage, labeling, dating, stocking, and rotation.
• Maintain food safety standards by checking and documenting food temperatures and sanitation requirements.
• Help manage food and labor resources while maintaining quality standards.
• Inspect food preparation and cooking equipment to ensure cleanliness, sanitation, and proper operation.
• Assist with catering events and special functions as needed.
• Complete production sheets, recipes, order books, temperature logs, and other required documentation.
• Support the kitchen wherever needed, including cooking, preparing, and plating meals.
• Uphold PCSC's Mission, Values, and Commitment Statement by providing compassionate Christian service.
• Participate in required training, meetings, and community emergency preparedness activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years of cooking experience in a fine dining or hotel environment.
• Culinary leadership experience.
• ServSafe certification.
• Intermediate computer skills.
• Valid South Carolina driver's license.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, alternate shifts, or additional hours as needed to support resident needs and staffing requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 years of cooking experience in a CCRC, assisted living, and/or long-term care setting.
• Knowledge of South Carolina DHEC regulations.
• Associate degree in Culinary Arts.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Retirement savings plan with employer match
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• A vibrant, supportive community where you can make a real impact on the lives of our employees and residents

Join a culinary team dedicated to quality, teamwork, and creating an enjoyable dining experience for our residents.

PCSC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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