Sous Chef — Lead Seasonal Menus & Resident Dining

Jackson Creek Senior Living; Elkhorn Precinct (NE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday & anniversary PTO

Tuition Assistance

Double pay on holidays

PTO accrual on DAY 1

Referral Bonus

Free meal during shift (Up to $260 sav

Loyalty Incentive

Employee Recognition Program

Discounts through Verizon and AT&T

Pay Advance Program

Medical and Prescription DrugInsurance

Basic Term Life/AD&D

401K

Job summary

Dial in Elkhorn, NE is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef and Dining Director in daily food production while maintaining high quality and safety standards.

You will lead kitchen staff, ensure timely meal service, and contribute to a positive dining experience for residents. The role requires prior sous chef or senior cook experience, a culinary degree or equivalent, and a commitment to sanitation and resident satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Prior experience as Sous Chef or senior cook in a volume kitchen.
• Experience in volume food production within a commercial kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily food production and maintain high quality and safety standards.
• Lead kitchen staff and ensure efficient meal service.
• Assist with menu planning and adjust menus for seasons and events.
• Monitor inventory and minimize waste.
• Maintain temperatures and record keeping in TELS and other systems.
• Ensure proper handling, labeling, and storage of foods.

Skills

Teamwork

Food safety knowledge

Stamina

Infection control

Staff training

Education

Culinary degree

Equivalent professional experience

Tools

POS system

TELS website

Temperature monitoring equipment

Job description

Dial in Elkhorn, NE is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef and Dining Director in daily food production while maintaining high quality and safety standards.

You will lead kitchen staff, ensure timely meal service, and contribute to a positive dining experience for residents. The role requires prior sous chef or senior cook experience, a culinary degree or equivalent, and a commitment to sanitation and resident satisfaction.