Sous Chef

Sous Chef

Oaks Senior Living is recruiting an experienced Sous Chef who is kind-hearted, passionate about working with seniors, and committed to a Person Centered Lifestyle. This opportunity offers growth potential and a rewarding work environment.

The Sous Chef will prepare, serve, and handle food in accordance with federal and state regulations and the dietary program implemented by Oaks Senior Living policies and procedures. The role includes maintaining and assisting in the receiving, rotation, and storage of products, following budgetary guidelines, supervising kitchen staff to ensure clean and sanitized dining service areas, and assisting the Regional Food Service Director with covering shifts due to call outs and vacation time.

• Experience cooking for large groups.
• Certificate in food preparations training preferred.
• Desire to work with older adults.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Friendly, caring disposition.
• Must be 18 years of age, have a satisfactory criminal history check, a physical exam by a licensed physician, and a negative drug screen.
• Must be able to react in an emergency situation.

• Identify and report food and supplies needed for the next week's menus.
• Assist in the receiving, rotation, and storage of products.
• Adhere to budgetary guidelines.

• Prepare menus and cook food in accordance with nutritional guidelines, local health department regulations, and residents’ individual prescribed diets and food preferences.
• Deliver quality meals, snacks, and special diets as directed by the community.
• Present food in an appetizing and attractive manner.
• Assist in fostering residents’ independence with eating by providing adaptive equipment when needed, visiting with residents at each meal when available, and ensuring quality service.
• Ensure that food is delivered on time and in a pleasant manner.
• Prepare food and coordinate food service for special events as requested.
• Encourage residents to participate in the monthly resident Food Service Committee meeting.
• Notify the Regional Food Service Director of any malfunctioning kitchen equipment or appliances.

• Ensure compliance with local health department regulations and Oaks Senior Living policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of food in accordance with infection control standards.
• Maintain CPR & First Aid certification.

• State food handling and kitchen regulations.
• OSHA Standards.
• Fire and Safety Procedures.
• Operation of Kitchen Appliances.

Reports to:

Executive Director

• Stand or walk up to eight hours a day.
• Sit up to two hours a day.
• Frequently support up to 30 pounds.
• Frequently lift or carry up to 50 pounds.
• Frequently kneel, bend, and reach.

Entry level

Full-time

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