Sous Chef

RiverWoods Exeter•Manchester, NH

9d•Onsite

About The Position

RiverWoods Manchester is seeking a Sous Chef to join its culinary team. The role focuses on scratch cooking with fresh, high-quality ingredients and providing a dining experience comparable to a four- or five-star hotel. The Sous Chef can contribute to menu development, recipes, events, and seasonal offerings while working in a team-oriented culinary environment with predictable daytime hours and no late nights. Under the direction of the Chef, the Sous Chef plans and oversees food preparation and meal service, supports and trains culinary staff, and contributes to menu development and the resident Dining Committee.

Requirements

Associate degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent experience.
ServSafe Certification.

Nice To Haves

At least three years of experience as a sous chef or line cook in a hotel, restaurant, hospital, or school is preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan, forecast, communicate, and oversee food preparation and timing to ensure à la minute production for each meal service.
Be present and actively direct and support meal preparation and service during the assigned meal period.
Plan and conduct a daily production meeting for each shift with production team members to review menus, production amounts, techniques, and procedures.
Plan and provide on-the-job culinary training for production and utility personnel.
Provide input to menu development.
Participate in the resident-run Dining Committee.