Executive Sous Chef

Paradise Valley Estates•Fairfield, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Notice of Available Position Executive Sous Chef Paradise Valley Estates Looking for a career with a sense of purpose? One that emphasizes the spirit of teamwork with a company that believes in inclusion and investing in its people? Look no further than a career with Paradise Valley Estates! Paradise Valley Estates (PVE) is an 76 acre, premier resort-style senior living community that aims to maximize the quality of every life we touch. We strive to provide the experience of a lifetime by offering care that follows a resident through the continuum of retirement living. Our campus provides a host of amenities for our residents with an emphasis on hospitality. But in order to take care of our residents, we believe in taking care of our team. Our core values of Authenticity, Honor, Collaboration, and Service are who we are and how we treat all who enter the PVE community. In addition to competitive salaries and benefits, we celebrate special occasions, have team member mixers, monthly team member town halls, barbeques, and so much more. More importantly, we believe in investing in our people and provide opportunities for advancement and support for team members in need.

Requirements

Five (5) years of supervisory experience in a restaurant or catering environment, with knowledge of meal preparation techniques.
Technical or Vocational school or three (3) years apprenticeship required.
Strong understanding of food handling, safety, and sanitation guidelines.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen setting while maintaining attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team.
Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends as needed.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with fine dining standards and practices is preferred.

Responsibilities

Monitor the daily production of food, special events, and supervising all other dining services Team members involved with food preparation.
Prepare and cook a variety of dishes according to recipes and menu specifications.
Ensure all food is prepared in compliance with food safety regulations and standards.
Assist in menu planning and development, incorporating seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area, including proper storage of food items.
Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely service during peak hours.
Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering supplies as needed.
Participate in training new kitchen staff on cooking techniques and food safety practices.
Adapt recipes for special dietary needs or preferences as required.