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Sous Chef - Bistro

The Forest at Duke
The Forest at Duke Salary
Durham, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 3/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/22/2026

COME THRIVE WITH US!

The Forest at Duke is growing (again)!

About The Forest at Duke

For over 30 years, The Forest at Duke’s team has provided a caring, responsible community that fosters the independence of residents of retirement age by enhancing their capability to lead purposeful, active, healthy and secure lives.

 

As a Sous Chef and a Forest Team Member, you’ll help support this mission by supervising the kitchen staff as well as assisting in preparing, cooking, and serving premium food items for our residents.

 

What we’re looking for in our next Team Member…

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in food prep, handling, and cooking required.
  • Prior experience in fine dining, Four & Five Star/Diamond Hotels and resorts is highly preferred.
  • Current or previous supervisor experience with the ability to manage, direct, influence, and motivate direct reports.
  • Culinary education/schooling is highly preferred.
  • Strong communication skills; able to communicate clearly and effectively in English.
  • Customer service focus; able to resolve conflict/issues without becoming emotional or defensive.
  • Strong time management skills; able to organize and prioritize tasks to ensure timely completion.

If this sounds like you, then keep reading!

 

What you’re looking for in your next Employer…

  • A beautiful campus and work environment filled with friendly people.
  • Pay rate of $25.
  • Low cost health insurance coverage (major medical, FSA, vision, dental, AD&D).
  • Life and disability insurance coverage paid 100% by The Forest
  • 403B retirement plan with generous company match
  • Paid sick and vacation time
  • Employee wellness and recognition program

…and so much more!

 

If you’ve got what it takes to become one of our newest Team Members, we'd like to hear from you! Please complete our online application now for prompt consideration!


The Forest at Duke is committed to equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, sex, disability, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, gender, gender identity or any other class of unique or protected characteristics.

Salary : $25

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