F/T Sous Chef

Lutheran Senior Services • Peoria, IL

275d • $23 - $37

About The Position

Trains, delegates and supervises meal preparation and service including quality control, sanitation, cost control-order/inventory, catering and scheduling; Demonstrates the philosophy of the sponsoring Lutheran congregations, through upholding the EverTrue mission of 'Older Adults Living Life to the Fullest', core values and code of conduct.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required; Culinary degree preferred.
• Culinary Arts Degree or food service certification preferred.
• Two years experience in a supervisory capacity in a restaurant, healthcare/retirement facility or equivalent setting.
• A minimum three years quality cooking or restaurant cooking experience.
• Training in cost control and food management preferred.
• Certification in food service sanitation required.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as procedure manuals, safety rules and operating instructions.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one on one situation and speak effectively before groups of residents, customers and employees.
• Ability to make basic calculations.
• Ability to work with Microsoft Office - Excel, Word, Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Provides training and follow-up of dining service staff to provide basic culinary skills, specialized skills, the ability to produce specialty items and proper operation of equipment.
• Assists in planning and developing dining service department programs and activities including producing standard recipes, menus and 'Chef Specials'.
• Assists with ensuring production amounts, supply chain, and food production meet the needs of the operation.
• Assists in the development, interpretation and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.
• Works closely with front-of-house operations to ensure collaboration and an environment that promotes smooth processes.
• Assists in developing, implementing and maintaining an ongoing quality assurance program including developing assessment methods, conducting inspections, conducting weekly sanitation checks and obtaining customer feedback.
• Assists with evaluating department staffing needs, recruiting, interviewing and advising on the selection of potential employees; Assists with scheduling staff.
• Ensures department has appropriate, functioning, well maintained equipment.
• Analyzes department to determine equipment and supply needs and makes recommendations.
• Maintains adequate level of stock, food products, supplies and equipment.
• Serves on various committees and attends meetings representing the food service department as requested.
• Follows and ensure that all dining service personnel follow infection control procedures, including proper hand washing, food preparation, food storage, food disposal and wearing protective clothing and equipment.
• Follows all safety procedures and protocol as dictated by EverTrue policy, federal and state regulations and standard food handling practice and corrects and/or reports all hazardous conditions, defective equipment and accidents or incidents to supervisor immediately.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and PTO Sell-back
• Retirement savings benefits with an employer match contribution
• Education Financial Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness
• Pay advances (PayActiv)
• Caregiver support (TCARE)
• Leaves of Absence
• Special retail deals and discounts (Perkspot)
• Commuter support
• Extended Sick Pay
• Bereavement Pay
• Jury Duty Pay
• Medical/Pharmacy
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent Care)
• Life insurance
• Disability (Long-term and Short-term)
• Voya income protection benefits (Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident)
• Pet insurance

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: High school or GED