See Yourself Here. Learn Here. Grow Here. Thrive Here. Sous Chef (Full-Time) Sign-On Bonus of $1,000 for Full-Time, and $500 for Part-Time At Resthaven, we believe care is more than a profession — it's a calling. Since 1945, we have remained committed to serving older adults with compassion, dignity, excellence, and faith-centered purpose. As a not-for-profit, faith-based organization, we're dedicated to enriching lives — both for those we serve and those who serve alongside us. Whether you're looking to grow your career or find a more supportive and purpose-driven workplace, you'll find it here. We'll help you learn, support your success, and surround you with people who believe in service, community, respect, and making a meaningful difference every day. Pay Range ✔ $20.20 - $23.52 Employment Type & Schedule ✔ First Shift | 11:15am - 7:45pm | Every Other Weekend Rotation Why Join Resthaven? ✔ No mandatory overtime (No Mandation) ✔ Agency-free care teams ✔ NOMI Health Insurance Network - $0 copays, $0 deductibles, and $0 coinsurance for full-time employees ✔ Tuition reimbursement eligibility after 6 months ✔ Supportive, mission-driven work culture ✔ Career growth and advancement opportunities ✔ Make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents every day Essential Responsibilities ✔ Prepare and coordinate food production to ensure meals are ready for service on time. ✔ Train, mentor, and coordinate kitchen staff to maintain quality and efficiency. ✔ Read and interpret function sheets to prepare menus and support special events. ✔ Develop and maintain prep sheets, production schedules, and daily duty assignments. ✔ Utilize batch cooking techniques to minimize food waste and maintain product quality. ✔ Follow safe food handling, storage, labeling, and dating procedures at all times. ✔ Ensure prepared foods are held at proper serving temperatures. ✔ Maintain production records, including food usage, shortages, overages, and customer counts. ✔ Complete and maintain required food safety and temperature logs. ✔ Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized kitchen, prep, and storage areas. ✔ Properly open and close the kitchen according to established procedures. ✔ Ensure all closing checklists are completed and signed. ✔ Monitor kitchen equipment for proper operation and report maintenance needs promptly. ✔ Ensure compliance with all sanitation standards, OSHA regulations, and local and state health department requirements. ✔ Foster a positive, collaborative team environment focused on excellent customer service. ✔ Build professional relationships with residents, families, guests, and fellow team members. ✔ Support and follow all Resthaven policies, procedures, and safety standards. ✔ Perform other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities ✔ Knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment and safe operation procedures. ✔ Understanding of food preparation techniques, including therapeutic and modified diets. ✔ Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and proper food storage practices. ✔ Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions. ✔ Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills. ✔ Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail. ✔ Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment. ✔ Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with residents, families, visitors, and team members. Education, Training, Experience ✔ High school diploma or GED required. ✔ Culinary Arts degree preferred. ✔ One to three years of culinary experience in a commercial, healthcare, hospitality, or institutional kitchen. ✔ Previous supervisory or kitchen leadership experience preferred. ✔ Experience serving older adults or healthcare dining environments is preferred. ✔ Ability to attend required in-service training and departmental meetings. Required Licenses, Registration, and/or Certifications ✔ Ability to obtain ServSafe Certification. ✔ Ability to obtain CPR Certification. Physical Demands ✔ Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift. ✔ Frequent bending, twisting, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting. ✔ Ability to safely lift and move up to 50 pounds. ✔ Ability to operate commercial kitchen equipment and transport food carts, inventory, and supplies. ✔ Ability to work in hot, humid, cold, and fast-paced kitchen environments. ✔ May be exposed to sharp equipment, hot surfaces, slippery floors, and moderate kitchen noise. ✔ Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and occasional extended hours as needed.

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