Sous Chef - Lead Gourmet Kitchen in Luxury Senior Living

Clearwater at the Heights; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

401(k) contributions

Paid vacation and sick leave

Growth opportunities

Dynamic and fast paced environment

People-first culture

Job summary

Clearwater Living in Houston, TX, is seeking a full-time Sous Chef to join the team at Clearwater at The Heights. The role focuses on delivering the highest quality meals for residents, guests, and staff, following planned menus and recipes.

You will work under the culinary leadership to ensure safe, tasty, and beautifully presented dishes, while maintaining strict hygiene and kitchen organization in a fast-paced, luxury environment.

Qualifications

• High standards of food preparation
• Ability to manage kitchen operations and staff
• Understand health and safety regulations

Responsibilities

• Prepare all food items per planned menus and recipes, ensuring appetite appeal and nutritional value.
• Maintain correct food temperatures and proper plate presentation.
• Consult with Chef on menu changes or substitutions.
• Ensure proper storage and labeling of food and leftovers.
• Record temperatures of refrigeration and dishwashing areas.
• Supervise dishwashers in the absence of Culinary Management.
• Ensure compliance with governmental and Clearwater Living policies and procedures.

Skills

Food prep

Menu planning

Food safety

Team supervision

Inventory control

Job description

Clearwater Living in Houston, TX, is seeking a full-time Sous Chef to join the team at Clearwater at The Heights. The role focuses on delivering the highest quality meals for residents, guests, and staff, following planned menus and recipes.

You will work under the culinary leadership to ensure safe, tasty, and beautifully presented dishes, while maintaining strict hygiene and kitchen organization in a fast-paced, luxury environment.