What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sous Chef position at Conservatory at Alden Bridge?
About Discovery Senior Living
Discovery Senior Living ranks prominently among the 5 largestsenior housing providers in the US, and is nationally renowned for designing,developing, marketing, and operating a multi-brand portfolio of upscale, luxurysenior-living communities. With over 250 communities in nearly 40states, and 15,000 dedicated employees, Discovery Senior Living, with multiplenational brands, is one the largest and fastest growing senior living companiesin the United States. Recognized as a Great Place to Work, Discovery continuesits rapid growth trajectory to lead the industry in providing desirablecommunities and exceptional lifestyle and value for our residents all whileretaining our family-first culture. We’re a 30-year-old innovative company witha rich history of delivering exceptional service and quality care in desirable,enriching residential environments.
Discovery Senior Living is looking for a Sous Chef to join our community the Conservatory at Alden Bridge.
About the Opportunity
We are currently seeking a Sous Chef to provide leadership support to all phases of food production operations for the dietary/kitchen operations in the community and a working leader in the day to day operations assisting in the supervision of the dietary/kitchen team as well as performing and coordinating food production.
Responsibilities:
- Provide supervision to dietary/kitchen team and supporting the Executive Chef
- Assist in controlling food costs
- Assist in maintaining controls and security of all food items and supplies in storage
- Assist in maintaining and enforcing policies and procedures of all meal production, preparing and coordinating
- Assist in managing the meal service; receiving, rotating and inventory of products and regulatory compliance; ensuring correct portioning and plate presentation of all menu items
- Record and maintain Food Safety Equipment Records and Food Safety Temperature Records
- Perform and assist in the rotation (FIFO – First In First Out) inventory and security of such food and supplies in the correct storage area.
Qualifications:
- Two (2) years’ Sous Chef experience
- Supervisory experience preferred
- Must maintain current Food Services Sanitation certificate
- Associates Degree in Culinary Arts preferred
- Competent in organizational, time management skills
- Must demonstrate good judgment, problem solving and decision making skills
- Ability to work weekends, evening and flexible hours
Benefits:
In addition to a rewarding career and competitive salary, Discovery offers a comprehensive benefit package.
Eligible team members are offered a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, paid time off and paid holidays. Team members are eligible to participate in our outstanding 401(k) plan with company match our Employee Assistance Program and accident insurance policies.
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