Sous Chef - Madison House

Koelsch Communities; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Accident insurance

Employer HSA contributions

Referral program

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Work/life balance

Flexible schedules

Growth opportunities

Achievement awards

Complimentary meal during shift

Job summary

Koelsch Communities is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to join our Culinary Department in a full-time role. Earn $28–$29 per hour, depending on experience, with multiple shifts Monday through Friday.

The position supports daily kitchen operations and collaboration with the Executive Chef to deliver high-quality meals for residents. Responsibilities include menu planning, recipe testing, meal preparation, and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food preparation, production and plate presentation.
• Ability to plan and test new recipes and menus.
• Understand food safety standards and sanitation practices.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef with daily kitchen operations.
• Assist in menu planning and testing new recipes.
• Prepare meals that are appealing and tasty.
• Keep the kitchen clean and safe and follow the cleaning schedule.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food preparation

Menu planning

Kitchen operations

Safety & sanitation

Team collaboration

Education

ServSafe certificate

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Sous Chef to join our Culinary Department at Madison House!

Full-time opportunity!

Earn between $28 and $29/hour, dependent on experience!

Multiple Shifts! MON - FRI.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Accident, and other insurances
• Employer HSA Contributions
• Earn $500 through our referral program
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays
• Work/Life Balance, consistent/flexible schedules
• Opportunity for growth within the organization
• Achievement Awards
• Complimentary meal during scheduled shift
• Full-time team members are eligible for all Medical benefits above. Part-time team members are offered Dental and Accident Medical Benefits only.

Who You Are

You enjoy providing outstanding service and producing high quality nutrition. The Sous chef's role is to assist in Kitchen operations while preparing and serving attractive and tasty meals for the community.

What You'll Do

• Support the Executive Chef with daily kitchen operations, acting as Executive chef on an as-needed basis
• Take part in planning menus and trying out new recipes
• Prepare meals that are appealing and tasty
• Keep the environment safe and clean
• Follow kitchen cleaning schedule
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• (delete this bullet if not in TX / IL / AZ ) Candidates applying must have completed an approved Dietary Manager's Course or possess a ServSafe Food Handler's certificate. (Candidates without Servsafe will be considered but must receive the certificate within the first 30 days of employment)
• All requirements related to the food handlers’ certificate per state requirements
• Knowledge of food preparation, production and plate presentation
• Must be drug-free and submit to a drug screening upon hire and routinely
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check upon hire and as required by state regulations
• Knowledge of special dietary needs

About Koeslch Communities

We are third-generation, family-owned, and operated. Koelsch Communities operates nearly 40 communities in eight states, with multiple new communities in development. Koelsch has led the Senior Living industry for over 65 years, delivering world-class customer service, home craftsmanship, and unprecedented amenities. Koelsch Communities strives to provide a positive, rewarding, and enjoyable environment to all of its employees and residents. After all, the common purpose at Koelsch Communities is: To create happiness by providing the finest living experiences anywhere.

Koelsch Communities is an equal opportunity employer and these protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions/demotions, training, and any other career development programs. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status (physical or mental), family medical history, genetic information, political affiliation or any other non-merit-based factors.

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