Sous Chef - Lead Culinary for Senior Living Dining

Erickson Senior Living; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

PTO

Volunteer hours

Onsite clinics

Food discount

Education assistance

Certification reimbursement

Growth opportunities

Annual bonus

Job summary

Erickson Senior Living's Greenspring Village in Springfield, Virginia is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to lead culinary operations in a fast-paced senior living kitchen. You will oversee food production, ensure quality and safety, and support signature dining programs with made-to-order items.

This role requires at least 3 years of full-service kitchen experience and supervisory capability, weekend/holiday availability, and the physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years full-service kitchen 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

Supervisory experience

Kitchen operations

Job description

Erickson Senior Living's Greenspring Village in Springfield, Virginia is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to lead culinary operations in a fast-paced senior living kitchen. You will oversee food production, ensure quality and safety, and support signature dining programs with made-to-order items.

This role requires at least 3 years of full-service kitchen experience and supervisory capability, weekend/holiday availability, and the physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds.