Sous Chef

Monarch Communities•Southbury, CT

1d•$21 - $22

About The Position

We are looking for a Sous Chef to join our team and prepare delicious meals for our senior living residents, their families, and guests. Reporting to the Director of Culinary Services, the Sous Chef's responsibilities will include studying recipes, setting up menus and preparing high-quality dishes. You should be familiar with sanitation regulations. The Sous Chef will also be responsible for accurate record keeping, receiving, rotating and inventory of products and regulatory compliance. Ultimately, this team member will prepare and deliver a complete menu that delights our senior living community. Full-time Salary Range: $21.00 -$22.00 Hourly

Requirements

Maintains a current ServSafe certification or able to obtain ServSafe certification
One year job related experience including food preparation, full-line menu items and special diets
High school diploma or GED accepted
Competent in organizational, time management skills and demonstrate good judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills

Responsibilities

Culinary Expertise: Strong knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines, with a passion for food and creativity.
Meal Preparation: Prepare and cook dishes according to recipes or instructions, including complex dishes and special menu items.
Food Safety Compliance: Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen, adhering to food safety regulations and best practices.
Attention to Detail: Strong organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure consistency and quality in food preparation.
Ensure special dietary needs are met and preparing texture modified food, as directed
Ensure compliance with all record keeping, food safety and risk management requirements
Monitor food preparation, storage and handling to ensure adherence with HACCP, labeling, and storage protocols to ensure compliance with all food service regulations and policies
Maintain accurate hot and cold food, refrigerator, and freezer temperature logs
Participates in and attends all in-service training as scheduled
Ensures compliance with all Federal, State, and local regulations, as well as community policies and procedures
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Health Insurance: Medical/Rx, Dental, and Vision
Ancillary Benefits: Life Insurance/AD&D, Short Term Disability and Long-Term disability
Basic Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
FSA (Commuter/Parking)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401(k) Retirement with Company Match
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Referral Bonus
Resident Referral Bonus