SOUS CHEF, PINES EDGE

SOUS CHEF

Location: North Hill, Needham, MA

Job Type: Full-Time | Culinary Services, Pines Edge

Shift: 10:30AM-7:00PM

Position Summary

For over 40 years, North Hill, a not-for-profit senior living community located in Needham, Massachusetts, has provided vibrant living opportunities to people 65 by offering a host of hospitality, wellness and health care services. The Sous Chef will be responsible for overseeing the preparation and cooking of food at North Hill and other dining operations.

Job Specific Duties

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Assists and possess the willingness to learn executive tasks i.e., scheduling, payroll, menu composition, inventory management, cyclical ordering from a broad line of vendors, etc.
• Operates and maintains all kitchen equipment
• Prioritizes and delegates tasks to the staff, and monitors their progress, efficiency, and quality of work
• Assumes authority, responsibility, and accountability of the Kitchen Manager in their absence
• Inspects special diet orders to assure that the correct diet is served to the Residents
• Performs administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submits to the Kitchen Manager and Food & Nutrition Services Manager
• Reviews menus prior to preparation of food
• Coordinates dining service with other departments as necessary
• Works with the department’s management as necessary and implement recommended changes as required
• Ensures that food handling, food preparation, and food presentation procedures are followed in accordance with established policies
• Prepares meals in accordance with planned menus, standardized recipes and special diet orders
• Serves food in accordance with established portion control procedures
• Assists in standardizing the methods in which work will be accomplished
• Ensures that menus are maintained and filed in accordance with established policies and procedures
• Assists in establishing food service production line, etc., to assure that meals are prepared on time
• Completes all regulatory compliances timely
• Provides caring, thoughtful and engaging service at all times
• Communicates any challenges, complaints or service difficulties to immediate supervisor
• Assists with establishing policies and procedures
• Identifies and recommends expansions to technology and equipment
• Assists in drafting and implementing the department’s budget
• Serves and participates in strategic planning process as directed
• Meets department uniform, appearance and grooming requirements
• Complies with all OSHA safety regulations, local applicable laws regarding health, safety or environment
  
  
  

Required Skills And Abilities

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and strong customer support skills
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with Team Members, Residents, family members, visitors, and the general public
• Work professionally with people from a wide variety of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds
• Must be able to communicate effectively with Residents, Team Members and Visitors. When working in Resident areas, must be able to communicate effectively in English
• Must be knowledgeable of practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long-term care.
• Ability to build a cohesive team while maintaining productivity
• Complies with protection of health information (HIPAA) safeguards
  
  
  

Education And Experience

• At least 5 years of experience in a culinary environment including cooking, purchasing, receiving, and safe food handling; healthcare setting experience preferred
• 2 years in a leadership position preferred
• 1 year of dietary experience in a hospital, skilled nursing care facility, or other related medical facility preferred
• Current with ServeSafe certification
• Sanitation/HAACP certification
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
  
  
  

Satisfactory completion of a background investigation is required for this position.

North Hill Offers

Health & Dental Benefits

401K with company match

Career Development Training

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Healthcare Academy Training

Free meals

Free on-site fitness center

Free parking

Pay Range: $28-$32/hour

Individual compensation within this range is based on a candidate’s specific qualifications, including education, overall experience, relevant experience, and specific skills. We strive to ensure that compensation is competitive, fair, and reflects the value each candidate brings to the role.

North Hill is committed to providing equal opportunity for employment and advancement to all team members and potential team members. North Hill does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/ or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations.

North Hill embraces diversity and believes that our community is enriched when people from varied cultures, backgrounds and attitudes come together in shared interests. We welcome people of every race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender expression, disability, political view and familial status. We thrive collectively in an environment of inclusivity that encourages a free exchange of ideas.