Sous Chef - Healthcare

Thomas Cuisine•Anaconda, MT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Sous Chef to join our culinary team in a healthcare setting. As the Sous Chef, you will support the Executive Chef in overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, safety, and presentation. This role plays a key part in delivering nutritious, appealing meals to guests, staff, and visitors while maintaining compliance with organizational dietary guidelines. At Thomas Cuisine, our people are purposeful. They care about food and quality and have a desire to make a positive impact in the world through REAL food. Embark on a rewarding culinary journey with us, where your skills will not only flourish but also contribute significantly to the satisfaction and well-being of our healthcare community.

Requirements

Strong leadership and communication skills.
Knowledge of dietary restrictions, nutrition standards, and food safety regulations.
Professional kitchen environment experience.
Proficient computer skills including various computer programs, Microsoft Office programs, e-mail, and the internet.
Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays as needed.
ServSafe® Certification and State Food Handlers Card
Ability to successfully pass a criminal background check (State and Federal) and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Three years prior restaurant experience preferred.
One to Two years prior hospital or healthcare experience a plus!
Scratch base cooking preferred.
Culinary Arts degree a plus.

Responsibilities

Help ensure client and customer service satisfaction with food production.
Communicate on various levels including management, client, customer, and associate levels.
Follow directions from the Food Service Director.
Maintain strict following of recipes for all food production & products.
Count accurate inventory of all items in all food storage areas; Maintain FIFO of freight in assigned areas.
Produce menu items by timeline requirements.
Maintain all standard operating procedures.
Ensure a clean & sanitary workstation/area by practicing the clean-as-you-go method.
Maintain all prepared items and ensure they are labeled with the following information: item inside the container, date item is prepped, use-by date, and initials of the person who prepped the item.
Performs all cooking methods and preparation methods on proteins, vegetables, starches & other ingredients according to the recipe within the prescribed time frame to complete all service times for the café.
Other duties as assigned