Sous Chef

The Aspenwood Company•Plano, TX

27d

About The Position

Village on the Park Plano, an assisted living community with memory care, is hiring a full-time Sous Chef to prepare high-quality meals and help create an enjoyable dining experience for residents. The Sous Chef collaborates with the Executive Chef or Director of Dining Services on menus, develops appealing dishes, organizes kitchen operations, and trains kitchen staff. The role requires maintaining food quality, presentation, nutrition, sanitation, and an orderly kitchen. The schedule is five days on and two days off; availability to work weekends and holidays is required. The pay rate is $22.00–$24.00 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Training from a culinary school.
Three to five years of proven experience as a cook or at least one year of experience as a Sous Chef.
Knowledge of cooking procedures and methods, including grilling, baking, and boiling, as well as cooking equipment and procedures.
Ability to follow sanitation procedures.
Ability to work as part of a team and lead a team.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Excellent physical condition and stamina.
Ability to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Executive Chef or Director of Dining Services to create diverse menus aligned with community policy and vision.
Develop new and appealing dishes for residents.
Establish work schedules and organize kitchen operations for efficient task completion.
Prepare high-quality dishes according to the established menu and standards.
Train kitchen staff to achieve good nutritional outcomes and resident enjoyment.
Maintain order and discipline in the kitchen.
Prepare or assist with complete meals, including soups, meats, gravies, vegetables, desserts, salads, and baked goods.
Dress dishes before serving to ensure good presentation.
Maintain a sanitized, orderly kitchen and ensure proper food and item storage.
Check ingredient quality.
Monitor stock levels and place orders when supplies are short.
Follow nutrition and sanitation guidelines.
Participate in the community’s emergency response team.
Maintain a professional appearance and good personal hygiene in accordance with company policies.
Perform other tasks as assigned.