Sous Chef at Elan Manatee

Bradenton, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Sep, 26

Salary

23.0

Posted On

09 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Culinary Arts, Menu Planning, Kitchen Supervision, Food Safety, Sanitation Standards, Inventory Management, Food Cost Control, Dietary Restriction Knowledge, Team Management, Communication, Organizational Abilities, ServSafe Certification

Industry

Description

Description Sous Chef - Senior Living Facility Elan Assisted Living in Bradenton is seeking a dedicated and experienced Sous Chef / Cook to join our team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the well-being and comfort of our senior residents by preparing nutritious, high-quality meals in a warm and supportive environment. If you are passionate about culinary arts and enjoy working with seniors, we invite you to apply and become part of our caring community. Key Responsibilities: - Prepare and cook meals in accordance with dietary guidelines and residents’ preferences - Plan menus that are nutritious, balanced, and appealing - Supervise kitchen staff and ensure food safety and sanitation standards are maintained - Manage inventory, order supplies, and control food costs - Ensure timely delivery of meals to residents and maintain a clean, organized kitchen environment - Collaborate with healthcare staff to accommodate special dietary needs - Train and mentor kitchen staff to uphold quality and safety standards Skills and Qualifications: - Proven experience as a cook, preferably in a senior living or healthcare setting - Knowledge of dietary restrictions and nutritional requirements for seniors - Strong leadership and team management skills - Excellent communication and organizational abilities - Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment - Food safety certification (e.g., ServSafe) preferred - Flexibility to work full-time hours, including weekends and holidays as needed At Elan Assisted Living, we foster a compassionate and supportive culture that values teamwork, growth, and the well-being of our residents. Join us and make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors while advancing your culinary career. This position requires a background screening as mandated by Florida law. For more information on background screening requirements, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com

Responsibilities

The Sous Chef is responsible for preparing nutritious meals according to dietary guidelines and managing kitchen operations. This includes supervising staff, controlling food costs, and collaborating with healthcare staff to meet residents' special needs.