Sous Chef: Lead Kitchen, Growth & No Late Nights

Brookdale; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Employee discounts

Referral program

Early wage access

ID theft protection

Pet insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Brookdale in Williams­burg, VA is hiring a kitchen supervisor to oversee daily meal prep, ensure high quality, and manage banquet services. You will coordinate recipes, supervise staff, and maintain sanitation standards to deliver exceptional dining experiences for residents and guests.

The ideal candidate has a culinary degree, 1–3 years of prep and supervisory experience, and a current ServSafe certification to lead a compliant, efficient kitchen operation.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in culinary arts or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of food preparation experience.
• Supervisory experience preferred for kitchen operations.
• Current ServSafe Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations and maintain high food quality.
• Coordinate daily meals per standardized recipes and ensure portion control.
• Supervise kitchen cleanliness in line with sanitation standards.
• Support banquet production and event-related meal preparation.

Skills

Food preparation

Supervisory experience

Banquet production

ServSafe Certification

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Brookdale in Williams­burg, VA is hiring a kitchen supervisor to oversee daily meal prep, ensure high quality, and manage banquet services. You will coordinate recipes, supervise staff, and maintain sanitation standards to deliver exceptional dining experiences for residents and guests.

The ideal candidate has a culinary degree, 1–3 years of prep and supervisory experience, and a current ServSafe certification to lead a compliant, efficient kitchen operation.