Sous Chef I: Elevate Senior Living Kitchen

Wellmore of Tega Cay; Tega Cay (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellmore of Tega Cay is seeking a Sous Chef I to lead daily culinary operations and supervise cooks and staff, ensuring safe handling, accurate portions, and high-quality meals for residents.

You will manage menu planning, accommodate dietary needs, and enforce sanitation and safety standards while collaborating with front- and back-of-house teams to deliver an exceptional dining experience in a senior living setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2-year culinary degree preferred.
• 5+ years of high-volume food preparation; at least 3 years in a supervisory capacity; senior living experience preferred.
• Safe Serve certification required.
• Knowledge of proper food handling, storage, and safety protocols and regulations.
• Ability to read, write and follow directions in recipes; ability to lead and direct others.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coordinate, and support daily culinary operations for efficient meal preparation and service.
• Supervise cooks, utility aides, and culinary team to ensure quality, productivity, and adherence to procedures.
• Prepare and oversee hot and cold food items, ensuring consistency in taste, temperature, and presentation.
• Plan and execute menu production, accommodating special diets and therapeutic considerations.
• Ensure all food products meet standards for taste, appearance, temperature, texture, and portions.
• Conduct routine quality assurance by tasting and evaluating foods during prep and service.
• Monitor food safety practices, temperature controls, sanitation, and production records.
• Maintain food handling, storage, labeling, rotation, and disposal per regulations.

Skills

Team leadership

Food safety

Culinary excellence

Quality control

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-year culinary degree preferred

Job description

Wellmore of Tega Cay is seeking a Sous Chef I to lead daily culinary operations and supervise cooks and staff, ensuring safe handling, accurate portions, and high-quality meals for residents.

You will manage menu planning, accommodate dietary needs, and enforce sanitation and safety standards while collaborating with front- and back-of-house teams to deliver an exceptional dining experience in a senior living setting.