Sous Chef at Monarch Communities

Southbury, Connecticut, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Apr, 26

Salary

22.0

Posted On

08 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Culinary Expertise, Meal Preparation, Food Safety Compliance, Attention to Detail, Organizational Skills, Time Management, Problem Solving, Decision Making

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Company Description Our mission is contemporary person-centric wellness senior living, designed for the next generation. A customized, curated, and organic approach to wellness inspires everything we do. All members of our communities – residents, their family members, and team members – help make our communities what they are. Each and every member of our team is committed to developing progressive yet approachable communities to support the needs of all future generations. We want to transform healthcare infrastructure so that people can not only age well but live well and THRIVE. Apply now. Job Description We are looking for a Sous Chef to join our team and prepare delicious meals for our senior living residents, their families, and guests. Reporting to the Director of Culinary Services, the Sous Chef's responsibilities will include studying recipes, setting up menus and preparing high-quality dishes. You should be familiar with sanitation regulations. The Sous Chef will also be responsible for accurate record keeping, receiving, rotating and inventory of products and regulatory compliance. Ultimately, this team member will prepare and deliver a complete menu that delights our senior living community. Full-time Salary Range: $21.00 -$22.00 Hourly Responsibilities and Duties Culinary Expertise: Strong knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines, with a passion for food and creativity. Meal Preparation: Prepare and cook dishes according to recipes or instructions, including complex dishes and special menu items. Food Safety Compliance: Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen, adhering to food safety regulations and best practices. Attention to Detail: Strong organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure consistency and quality in food preparation. Ensure special dietary needs are met and preparing texture modified food, as directed Ensure compliance with all record keeping, food safety and risk management requirements Monitor food preparation, storage and handling to ensure adherence with HACCP, labeling, and storage protocols to ensure compliance with all food service regulations and policies Maintain accurate hot and cold food, refrigerator, and freezer temperature logs Participates in and attends all in-service training as scheduled Ensures compliance with all Federal, State, and local regulations, as well as community policies and procedures Other duties as assigned Qualifications Qualifications Maintains a current ServSafe certification or able to obtain ServSafe certification One year job related experience including food preparation, full-line menu items and special diets High school diploma or GED accepted Competent in organizational, time management skills and demonstrate good judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills Physical Abilities While performing the duties of this job, the associate is often required to stand, walk, sit, use fine and gross motor skills, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and smell. An individual in this position will be required to lift or carry weight up to 50 lbs. The associate must use proper body mechanics. Additional Information Benefits Offered (Full Time): Health Insurance: Medical/Rx, Dental, and Vision Ancillary Benefits: Life Insurance/AD&D, Short Term Disability and Long-Term disability Basic Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance FSA (Commuter/Parking) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 401(k) Retirement with Company Match Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays Tuition Reimbursement Other Compensation Programs: Employee Referral Bonus Resident Referral Bonus Equal Opportunity Statement: Monarch Communities and Brandywine Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment Category: Full Time - Scheduled at Least 30 Hours Per Week Compensation: USD21.00 - USD22.00 - hourly

Responsibilities

The Sous Chef will prepare delicious meals for senior living residents and ensure compliance with food safety regulations. Responsibilities include meal preparation, menu planning, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness.