Sous Chef (Food Services)
Westminster Oaks is a large upscale Life Plan Community and Health Center located in Tallahassee. We are a church related, not-for-profit community service organization dedicated and committed to providing services for older adults and persons with special needs by creating and administering excellent residential and health care facilities.
We are seeking a Sous Chef to assist the Chef or Director of Dining in the planning, coordinating and implementation of the quality dining program for residents, staff and guests. Oversee the culinary component, HAACP program and Sanitation program in all of the foood production and service areas within the community. Provides support in assigned areas during the absence of the Chef or Director of Dining Services.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
- Manage the kitchen operations in the absence of the Chef.
- Supervise all activities in the kitchen(s).
- Assist the Chef with daily food preparation and production by following standardized recipes.
- Ensure Recipe compliance, proper recordkeeping and food quality.
- Assist in the preparation of soups, sauces and gravies.
- Responsible for kitchen staff compliance with sanitation and food safety standards.
- Monitor the proper operation of the kitchen equipment and report any equipment failures to the Chef or Director.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 2-year Accredited Culinary Degree or College Degree in a related subject
- 3 years similar experience in a high volume, hospitality oriented and customer service focused environment
- Serv Safe Certification required or ability to obtain certification within 90 days of date of hire
Join the Westminster Family today! We offer:
- Flexible Hours
- Fun Work Environment
- Competitive Wages
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Fitness Facility Onsite
- Paid Time Off
- Career Advancement
- And More!
EOE, DFWP – “We honor those who have served.”
Experience
Required- 3 year(s): Similar experience in a high volume, hospitality oriented and customer focused environment.
Education
Required- Associate Degree or better
Licenses & Certifications
Required- ServSafe
Behaviors
Preferred- Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
- Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
- Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
Motivations
Preferred- Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Equal Opportunity Employer
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