ABOUT US

We’re Signature Retirement Living, and we believe that enjoying life is what Vibrant Seniors Living should be all about. We hire outstanding people who truly care about seniors and understand their needs. We value our staff and believe in providing a culture that cultivates and celebrates success, offering excellent benefits and perks, and a vibrant, fun, safe work environment and much more! As we continue to expand, we invite you to be a part of building a reputation that will stand the test of time. If you are passionate, creative, caring and energetic, we would like to hear from you!

THE OPPORTUNITY

Kingsbridge Retirement Community, located in Kingston, Ontario, is actively seeking an energetic, enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to join our growing team.
Reporting to the Executive Chef, the Sous Chef will assist with kitchen operations including training and guiding kitchen staff in preparing high quality daily menu items in accordance with Company policies and procedures, legislative/regulatory requirements and standardized recipes.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures.
• Regularly lift up to 50 pounds; push and pull wheeled equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Bend, kneel, and work with arms raised for at least 4 hours daily.
• Walk and stand on a variety of surfaces for at least 4 hours daily.

• Based on pre-set menus, sets up equipment and supplies, and prepares food following standardized recipes prescribed diets, at appropriate temperatures and in portion-controlled quantities.
• Assist with menu planning, and monitor the quality and quantity of food inventory, including performing monthly food inventory count.
• Direct staff in basic food preparation procedures, plating of food and kitchen sanitation.
• In the absence of the Executive Chef assumes responsibility for routine departmental operations including staff replacement, requisitions and purchasing food and other supplies from authorized suppliers, and maintaining records.
• Assists with training and scheduling staff.
• Maintain and enforce the highest standards of professionalism by following the company dress code and/or wearing the company uniform.
• Continuously follows the principles of “good customer service” and ensure that these values are demonstrated in day to day practices.
• Demonstrates the ability to interact effectively with team, suppliers, residents and families as well as external community resources.