Lead Cook/Sous Chef

Description

• Ensure effective communication is being utilized by community staff with the residents’ families concerning residents’ care, encompassing their physical, personal, and emotional wellbeing.
• Assist in ensuring food is properly prepared, portioned and served and monitors all food items to ensure the guidelines for temperature, taste and quality are upheld.
• Maintain safety standards as outlined by Cedarhurst guidelines for infection control.
• Maintain appropriate food temperatures by ensuring proper cooling/heating procedures are followed and equipment is working properly.
• Develop schedules and place orders as needed.
• Individuals in this position are required to follow all infection prevention and control protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when necessary, to ensure the health and safety of residents, staff, and visitors.
• Support all catering, room service, special party needs, marketing functions, etc.
• Cover shifts in the absence of Dining Services Director
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to communicate effectively and identify/interpret written information.
• Individuals in this position are required to stay current on all training and ongoing education initiatives. They are expected to actively pursue self-improvement and embrace opportunities for continuous learning to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Learn and implement Cedarhurst dining programs.
• Attend community leadership meetings as needed.
• Assist in orientation and continued training of dining team.
• Instruct all team on operation, maintenance, and cleaning of all dining services equipment.
• Assist with proper documentation of temperature logs, refrigeration logs, sanitation logs and cleaning schedules.
• Work with the Dining Services Director to maintain kitchen organization.
• Remain current and up to date with all food safety licensing requirements for state, county, and local authorities.
• Oversee and organize kitchen stock and inventory levels in the absence of the Dining Services Director
• This role involves actively participating in all staff activities aimed at fostering teamwork, unity, and morale. The individual will contribute as a collaborative team player, working alongside colleagues to create a supportive and cohesive work environment.

Requirements

• Formal culinary training preferred.
• Two (2) years experience working in culinary production with food and restaurant knowledge.
• Utilize basic mathematical concepts such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, percentages, rations, and proportions to practical situations.
• CPR or BLS certification preferred.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of all dining service shifts and be familiar with individual assignments and resident dining needs.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• This position may need to walk or stand for extended periods and move throughout the community, resident apartments, and other areas of the community.
• Applicable state/county licensure preferred.
• This position may need to lift up to fifty (50) pounds independently, and up to 200 pounds with assistance.
• Exhibit thorough knowledge of and conduct hands-on training of staff on all food service positions and proper food handling.
• Work well with others and take direction from management, as well as taking initiative with the capability to engage in conflict intervention and resolution for residents, families, employees, and others as needed.
• Basic understanding of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Food Manager Certification preferred or ability to obtain.

Benefits

• We believe our team is our greatest strength. That’s why we invest in comprehensive training, as well as opportunities for both personal and professional growth. We’re committed to promoting from within and supporting team members who want to build their careers with us.
• At Cedarhurst, we go beyond the standard benefits program to recognize and support our team. Along with comprehensive benefits, we offer GROW Points—a unique rewards system that celebrates your hard work and dedication. You’ll also enjoy perks like exclusive Skechers shoe discounts, early paycheck access, and more!
• Cedarhurst offers a competitive benefits package, including medical insurance, life insurance, long-term disability coverage, and a 401(k) plan with company match (after one year of service) for eligible employees.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance