Sous Chef - Bistro

Wesley Willows•Rockford, IL

7d•$60,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

Start a meaningful career as a Sous Chef at Wesley Willows, a senior living community. Make a difference in someone's life every day. Join the Wesley Willows family, where your work is more than a job—it's a fulfilling journey of personal and professional growth, guided by strong ethics and a commitment to compassionate service.

Requirements

5+ years relevant experience in kitchen operations and management (required).
Possess and maintain a current ServSafe Food Manager’s License (required).
Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and oral/written communication skills.
Extensive catering/event experience.
Understanding of BOH financial systems, methods and operations.
Valid Driver’s License (required).
Must be at least 18 years of age or older (required).

Nice To Haves

The role requires strong leadership, multitasking, and culinary skills, along with knowledge of food safety and dietary regulations in a CCRC setting

Responsibilities

Support the Corporate Executive Chef in managing daily kitchen operations
Ensure high-quality food preparation, cost control, and regulatory compliance
Supervise back-of-house staff, oversee food production, maintain sanitation standards, manage inventory and ordering, and assist with catering and special events

Benefits

Access earned wages before payday through ZayZoon, plus tools and resources to support your financial wellbeing.
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
Life/AD&D Insurance
Short- & Long-Term Disability
Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Mail Order Pharmacy
Telemedicine
Wellness Programs
Employee Assistance Program