Sous Chef Lead — Fresh Meals, Day-One Benefits

Landis Communities; Lititz (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits from day one

Job summary

Landis Communities in Lititz, PA is seeking a Sous Chef for day shifts in our dining services team. The role requires managing meal prep, food safety, and staff coordination to meet quality standards.

The position involves assisting with menu development, catering support, and ensuring compliance with dietary guidelines. You will work closely with residents, families, and team members, promoting a safe, sanitary kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED or demonstrated reading/writing skills.
• Associate's degree in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management, or 3+ years of quantity food production cooking experience.
• Serv-Safe certification or obtain certification within six months of hire.
• Must pass written measurement test for portioning and recipe adjustment.
• Knowledge of food preparation, safe handling and storage procedures and equipment.
• Capable of following standardized recipes and adjusting portions.

Responsibilities

• Prepares or directs preparation of meals per corporate guidelines.
• Assists with special function/catered event preparation and service.
• Assists with ordering of food and supplies under supervision of Executive Chef.
• Produces high-quality food and resolves customer complaints about food quality or service.
• Participates in menu and recipe development; supports modified diets knowledge.
• Directs cooks and staff in absence of supervisor; ensures safe operation of equipment.
• Works independently to complete meal prep tasks per procedures and recipes.
• Completes and records food temperature checks and ensures palatability and safety.
• Serves food according to standards and stores items properly at close of service.
• Receives and stores vendor-delivered food per procedures; promotes sanitary practices.
• Assists training of other staff and collaborates with residents and staff.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Meal production leadership

Communication skills

Following recipes/standards

Independent work

Education

High school diploma/GED

Associate's degree in Culinary Arts

Associate's degree in Hospitality Management

3+ years food production cooking experience

Tools

Equipment operation

Job description

Landis Communities in Lititz, PA is seeking a Sous Chef for day shifts in our dining services team. The role requires managing meal prep, food safety, and staff coordination to meet quality standards.

The position involves assisting with menu development, catering support, and ensuring compliance with dietary guidelines. You will work closely with residents, families, and team members, promoting a safe, sanitary kitchen environment.