What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sous Chef position at Savannah Square?
Work With Purpose:
At Five Star Senior Living, our people are the critical link to those we serve, and it is their vitality, energy, and caring nature that allows us to fulfill our mission of enriching and inspiring the journey of life. In addition to nurturing and advancing the lives of our residents, our team members enjoy meaningful opportunities for personal and professional growth, within a supportive culture centered around advancing their lives, as well.
At Five Star Senior Living, our people are the critical link to those we serve, and it is their vitality, energy, and caring nature that allows us to fulfill our mission of enriching and inspiring the journey of life. In addition to nurturing and advancing the lives of our residents, our team members enjoy meaningful opportunities for personal and professional growth, within a supportive culture centered around advancing their lives, as well.
The Opportunity:
We are seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join our team! The sous chef will lead the kitchen team in the head chef's absence. A qualified candidate will work under the direction of the head Chef and GM for all Kitchen Operations, including food purchasing, preparation, and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness; and training of team members in methods of cooking, preparation, plate presentation, portion and cost control.
What You’ll Do:
Maintain Standards:
- Provide guidance to junior kitchen staff members, including, but not limited, to line cooking, food preparation, and dish plating.
- Make employment and termination decisions including interviewing, hiring, evaluating, and disciplining kitchen personnel as appropriate.
- Ensure that all equipment is kept clean and in excellent working condition through personal inspection and by following preventative maintenance programs or arranging for the same.
- Ensure that all products are ordered according to predetermined product specifications and received in the correct unit count and condition and that deliveries are performed in accordance with the restaurant's receiving policies and procedures.
- Schedule labor as required by anticipated business activity while ensuring that all positions are staffed when and as needed and labor cost objectives are met. Be knowledgeable of restaurant policies regarding personnel and administer prompt, fair, and consistent corrective action for any and all violations of company policies, rules, and procedures.
- Responsible for training kitchen personnel in cleanliness and sanitation practices.
- Check, maintain, and record proper food holding and refrigeration temperature control points.
What You’ll Bring:
Experience & Education:
- Minimum two (2) years culinary experience, preferably in restaurants or senior living facilities.
- Ability to read and understand recipes and menus, work in a team environment, work flexible shifts, handle multiple tasks at one time, and communicate effectively verbally and/or in writing.
- Ability to lead or supervise other team members, perform detailed work involving math calculations, problem solve, and handle emergency situations.
- Must enjoy working with residents and be able to accept constructive criticism. Ability to interact with residents who are highly susceptible to common illnesses without posing additional health risks and must maintain good personal hygiene and wear a uniform.
- A Culinary Arts degree from a recognized school with two years of related experience as a Sous Chef or Lead Cook in a comparable-sized food service operation is desired.
We Got You:
We see and support the whole of you. Because investing in you, and all our team members, is the first step in making a difference in the lives of others.
- Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision.
- 401k Match.
- Competitive PTO.
- Life, Disability & other supplemental benefits.
- Professional Development Funds.
- Wellness Coaching & Personal Support Benefits.
- Recognition & Reward Programs.
Is This You?
Beyond checking off the boxes, we’re looking for someone who shares our deep sense of purpose and passion for advancing the lives of others.
- Puts People First – You have an authentic connection to our vision of a world in which the quality of life is ageless, and a desire to advance our culture by always respecting and empowering our team members, residents, and families.
- Customer-Focused – You strive to build and strengthen customer loyalty by delivering exceptional hospitality, thoughtful solutions, and innovative customer attraction and retention strategies.
- Results Oriented – You’re forward-thinking, seeing the big picture as you lead with empathy and drive to exceed results. You firmly believe that the way in which we achieve results is just as important as what we accomplish together.
- Drives Operational Excellence – You encourage a mindset of continuous improvement. You respect ideas, collaborate, and empower others to elevate how and what we deliver for our customers and each other.
- Embraces Change – You’re a change driver! A positive communicator who engages all key stakeholders to help them anticipate and embrace what’s next, you’re always adjusting the target for continuous improvement.
EEOC:
Five Star prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee with regard to or on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, ancestry, sex, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity and expression (including transgender), sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, military status, certain criminal records, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), HIV testing, a personal admission to a facility for the care and treatment of a mentally ill person and taking of parental leave or membership in any other category protected by applicable law. In addition to federal requirements, Five Star complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has communities and/or facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
In addition, Five Star expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, ancestry, sex, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity and expression (including transgender), sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, military status, certain criminal records, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), HIV testing, a personal admission to a facility for the care and treatment of a mentally ill person and taking of parental leave or membership in any other category protected by applicable law. We will not tolerate harassment of employees in the workplace, or in other settings in which employees may find themselves in connection with their employment. Improper interference with the ability of Five Star’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. Additionally, retaliation, including intimidation, threats, or coercion, because an employee or applicant has objected to discrimination harassment, or retaliation, engaged or may engage in filing a complaint, assisted in a review, investigation, or hearing, or has otherwise sought to obtain their legal rights under any federal, state, or local law is prohibited and will not be tolerated.
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