Sous Chef- Full Time

Meridian Senior Living; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Telemedicine

401K

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Meridian Senior Living is hiring a Sous Chef in Ventura, CA to prepare the planned menu in the Executive Chef's absence and assist in supervising kitchen staff. A positive, courteous work environment for staff and residents is emphasized.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, English instruction, and some supervisory experience in a hotel/restaurant setting. Health/safety standards and nutrition knowledge are beneficial.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to understand instructions in English and perform arithmetic.
• Two to three years’ experience in hotel/restaurant with fine dining preferred.
• Culinary education and supervisory background desirable.
• Knowledge of kitchen operations and nutrition is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Prepare planned menu in absence of Executive Chef.
• Supervise kitchen staff and maintain a positive work environment.
• Ensure accurate measurements and consistent food quality.

Skills

English communication

Arithmetic

Organization

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary education

Supervisory background

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Cypress Place - Ventura, CA 93003, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $25.00 - $25.00 Hourly, Meridian Senior Living believes that “Everyone Deserves a Great Life.”

To us, a great life in our communities starts with great employees. What makes a great employee, you ask?

We believe a great employee is someone that understands that our work is hard yet rewarding, that team work truly makes the dream work, and that at the end of the day there is nothing more satisfying then making a difference in someone’s life.

What do we offer to these great employees?

• A solid benefits package (with several different plan options for you to choose from) – complete with Medical, Dental, and Vision.
• 1800MD – Telemedicine that is available to all employeesandtheir family members at no cost! No enrollment required!
• Flexible Spending Account
• Company paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary benefits that include Short Term Disability, Accident Coverage, Critical Illness, and more!
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401K
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Bonus
• Employee Discounts – (Enterprise, Staples, HD Supply, Office Depot, Sherwin Williams, and more!)

What else do we offer?

• We equip you with the ability to grow your career – whether it be with us or another employer.
• A company culture that is dedicated to promoting integrity, joy, respect, and excellence!
• Life changing experiences with some of the best Residents an employee can ask for.

Details about the Sous Chef position we are hiring for:

The Sous Chef is responsible for the proper preparation of the planned menu in the absence of the Executive Chef and assists in the supervision of all kitchen employees maintaining a positive, courteous work environment for staff and residents.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions in English and communicate effectively, and perform simple arithmetic. Ability to understand measurements and conversions.
• Two to three years’ experience in a hotel, restaurant, or club with fine dining preferred.
• Culinary education and supervisory background desirable.
• Ability to plan and organize work, to interpret instructions, recipes, specifications and standards.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment operations and maintenance. Some knowledge of nutrition and diet. Health Care experience desirable.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions in English, communicates effectively, and performs simple arithmetic. Ability to understand measurements and conversions.
• Serve Safe Certification a plus
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent interpersonal and social skills in order to work effectively with residents, families, visitors, peers, supervisors, and other outside contacts.

Meridian Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer