Sous Chef | Full-Time

See Yourself Here. Learn Here. Grow Here. Thrive Here. Sous Chef (Full-Time) Sign-On Bonus of $1,000 for Full-Time, and $500 for Part-Time At Resthaven, we believe care is more than a profession — it’s a calling. Since 1945, we have remained committed to serving older adults with compassion, dignity, excellence, and faith-centered purpose.

As a not-for-profit, faith-based organization, we’re dedicated to enriching lives — both for those we serve and those who serve alongside us. Whether you’re looking to grow your career or find a more supportive and purpose-driven workplace, you’ll find it here. We’ll help you learn, support your success, and surround you with people who believe in service, community, respect, and making a meaningful difference every day.

Pay Range ✔ $20.20 - $23.52

Employment Type & Schedule ✔ First Shift | 11:15am - 7:45pm | Every Other Weekend Rotation

Why Join Resthaven? ✔ No mandatory overtime (No Mandation)

✔ Agency-free care teams

✔ NOMI Health Insurance Network – $0 copays, $0 deductibles, and $0 coinsurance for full-time employees

✔ Tuition reimbursement eligibility after 6 months

✔ Supportive, mission-driven work culture

✔ Career growth and advancement opportunities

✔ Make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents every day

Essential Responsibilities ✔ Prepare and coordinate food production to ensure meals are ready for service on time.

✔ Train, mentor, and coordinate kitchen staff to maintain quality and efficiency.

✔ Read and interpret function sheets to prepare menus and support special events.

✔ Develop and maintain prep sheets, production schedules, and daily duty assignments.

✔ Utilize batch cooking techniques to minimize food waste and maintain product quality.

✔ Follow safe food handling, storage, labeling, and dating procedures at all times.

✔ Ensure prepared foods are held at proper serving temperatures.

✔ Maintain production records, including food usage, shortages, overages, and customer counts.

✔ Complete and maintain required food safety and temperature logs.

✔ Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized kitchen, prep, and storage areas.

✔ Properly open and close the kitchen according to established procedures.

✔ Ensure all closing checklists are completed and signed.

✔ Monitor kitchen equipment for proper operation and report maintenance needs promptly.

✔ Ensure compliance with all sanitation standards, OSHA regulations, and local and state health department requirements.

✔ Foster a positive, collaborative team environment focused on excellent customer service.

✔ Build professional relationships with residents, families, guests, and fellow team members.

✔ Support and follow all Resthaven policies, procedures, and safety standards.

✔ Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities ✔ Knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment and safe operation procedures.

✔ Understanding of food preparation techniques, including therapeutic and modified diets.

✔ Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and proper food storage practices.

✔ Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions.

✔ Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills.

✔ Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.

✔ Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

✔ Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with residents, families, visitors, and team members.

Education, Training, Experience ✔ High school diploma or GED required.

✔ Culinary Arts degree preferred.

✔ One to three years of culinary experience in a commercial, healthcare, hospitality, or institutional kitchen.

✔ Previous Supervisory Or Kitchen Leadership Experience Preferred. ✔ Experience serving older adults or healthcare dining environments is preferred.

✔ Ability to attend required in-service training and departmental meetings.

Required Licenses, Registration, And/or Certifications ✔ Ability to obtain ServSafe Certification.

✔ Ability to obtain CPR Certification.

Physical Demands ✔ Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.

✔ Frequent bending, twisting, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting.

✔ Ability to safely lift and move up to 50 pounds.

✔ Ability to operate commercial kitchen equipment and transport food carts, inventory, and supplies.

✔ Ability to work in hot, humid, cold, and fast-paced kitchen environments.

✔ May be exposed to sharp equipment, hot surfaces, slippery floors, and moderate kitchen noise.

✔ Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and occasional extended hours as needed.