Sous Chef - The Retreat

Position Purpose The primary purpose of this position is to assist the Nutrition Services Manager at the Retreat by completing the duties of this description as noted. This position also prepares and serves high quality meals according to menus, in a timely manner, to meet meal schedules. Position Duties Possess a high degree of personal cleanliness and hygiene. Maintain high safety and sanitation standards in food service preparation. Maintain and follow standardized recipes and special diet orders. Prepare and serve food according to planned menus. Report equipment and supply needs to Nutrition Services Manager. Support purchasing, receiving, and storage standards. Use and teach staff proper food handling techniques. Date, label, and store food properly. Keep work areas clean and in good order and assist with cleaning duties. Assist Nutrition Services Manager with the following: Purchase food and supplies, based on production needs. Process individualized resident diet changes as received from other departments. Prepare menus for regular and therapeutic diets, based on the Immanuel Living Diet Manual. Assure that food is obtained and ready for meal preparation as listed on the menu. Plan and organize the preparation of special meals, parties, banquets, etc. Minimize, plan, and utilize leftovers appropriately. Monitor and control department resources according to established budget. Conduct inventory of food and supplies. Essential Physical, mental, and Emotional Requirements Employee must be at least 18 years of age. The employee must be able to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and be able to work under time and/or deadline pressures. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to stand at least 90% of the shift; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, bend, squat, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally to frequently lift up to 10 pounds and occasionally to frequently lift up to 20 pounds. The employee will frequently carry up to 12 pounds, occasionally to frequently carry up to 20 pounds, and occasionally push/pull up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required of this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Education and Experience At least 2 years of experience in this field preferred Experience in large-scale cooking operation, with supervisory skills, is preferable Knowledge of large volume food service delivery systems About Immanuel Living Immanuel Living is a not-for-profit, Life Plan Community located in Kalispell, MT. Thanks to our creative and dedicated staff, we offer residents new possibilities each day - along with resort style amenities, numerous options for healthy lifestyles, and a breathtaking location in the Flathead Valley near Glacier National Park. Immanuel Living is the primary residence for 300 older adults living in our independent villa apartments, assisted living and memory support residences, our post-acute rehab and long term care residences and includes multiple dining rooms, a fitness center, art studio, and more. Immanuel Livingis affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America and is committed to its philosophy of providing a faith-based environment to enrich the lives of older adults while maintaining its local and regional reputation as the leader in senior living for its quality of services and innovation.

What We Offer:

Immanuel Living offers a competitive benefits package that goes above and beyond. Benefits eligible employees can take advantage of: Immanuel Living is a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. 403b Retirement Savings Program Affordable Child Care Generous paid-time off (PTO) program. Earn-as-you-go plan that rolls over year to year, offering flexibility Medical benefits Optional dental and vision insurance Life insurance Employee wellness programs Free and Discounted employee meals Benefits subject to change without notice. Benefits dependent on employment status. Immanuel Living is a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. If this sounds like you, please apply for this position. Include all work history, starting with the most current/recent, including self-employment