Sous Chef

Clearwater at the Heights•Houston, TX

About The Position

Clearwater at The Heights, a luxury senior living community in Houston, is seeking a full-time Sous Chef. The Sous Chef prepares high-quality, appetizing, and nutritious food for residents, guests, and associates according to provided recipes and planned menus, including special dietary requests or requirements. The role supports safe, efficient kitchen and community operations and may supervise Dishwashers when Culinary Management is absent.

Requirements

Background clearances as required by government regulations.
Must meet health requirements, including TB.

Responsibilities

Prepare food according to planned menus and provided recipes, ensuring meals are appetizing, nutritious, and meet special dietary requests or requirements.
Ensure food is served at the correct temperature and that temperatures are charted.
Ensure proper plate presentation.
Consult with the Chef about menu changes or substitutions.
Keep food storage areas clean and organized.
Prepare food in accordance with governmental, sanitary, and dietitian regulations and established policies and procedures.
Handle arriving food orders in a timely manner.
Dispose of food and waste in accordance with established policies.
Ensure leftovers are stored, labeled, and dated properly.
Record temperatures of refrigerators, freezers, and dishwashers.
Maintain cleanliness in kitchen and dining areas.
May supervise Dishwashers in the absence of Culinary Management.
Prepare upcoming menu items, ensuring they are stocked and pulled as directed by recipes.
Ensure safe storage and efficient use of kitchen inventory.
Ensure regulatory compliance and promptly report issues or concerns.
Follow Clearwater Living standards and regulations to support safe and efficient community operations.
Maintain a positive, professional image and high standards of personal appearance and grooming, including wearing the proper uniform and name tag.
Represent Clearwater Living principles and core values daily.
Perform other assigned or required duties.