About this role
Join our award-winning Monarch Landing Community as our Sous Chef! Opportunity to work in a dynamic kitchen AND enjoy a healthy work/life balance!
Who we are...
We believe that great work is fueled by a passion for the people you serve and how you serve them. Especially in senior living careers, you need a strong team of individuals with varied strengths but one common goal: to offer our senior residents quality care and a fulfilling lifestyle. Monarch Landing is Naperville’s premier Life Plan Community, conveniently located near Route 59 & Interstate 88 and we are seeking a full-time, hospitality minded Sous Chef to join our team.
You will enjoy:
- Salary $24/hour
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Short-term Disability Insurance – Benefits start on the first of the month following your date of hire!
- Employer paid Life and long-term disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee assistance program
- PTO and paid holidays
- Resident-run employee appreciation program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee referral bonus program
- Discounted meals
- Parking garage
- You will enjoy being part of a great team in a fun, engaging work environment!
Who you are...
You have a strong background in designing and executing menus, managing kitchen operations, cultivating emerging talent, and mentoring culinary associates. A proven ability to create and maintain a budget and have the ability and desire to continuously reinvent yourself. This position calls for someone who has a passion for delivering excellence at all levels and who can thrive in a fast-paced/high-volume environment. High School Diploma or GED required; certification from a culinary institute or Associate degree in culinary arts preferred. A minimum of 3 years high volume cooking experience in a hotel, restaurant, senior living community, or similar institution and 2 years supervisory experience required.
What you will do...
Acts as the Executive Chef's second in command ensuring that staff is following all policies and procedures and that the product leaving the kitchen is of top quality. Assists with menu planning, recipe creation, and standardization. Schedules daily kitchen production and food preparation for on-time service of meals.
Monarch Landing, 2255 Monarch Dr., Naperville, IL 60563 | www.WelcomeToMonarchLanding.com
Proud recipient of the overall 5-Star Medicare Rating!
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Other facts
About Blakehurst
Set on over 40 lush acres of gorgeous landscaping and resident-tended gardens, Blakehurst has been the premier choice for seniors in the Towson and Greater Baltimore area since 1993.
Blakehurst is about so much more than care. As a Life Plan Community, we are about living life to the fullest. With a range of residential options, Blakehurst is more than just a place to reside. It’s a celebration of healthy, active living.
Chestnut Green Health Center, a beautifully designed on-site health center, ensures residents have convenient access to personalized assisted living and compassionate short- and long-term care when needed.
Blakehurst is managed by Life Care Services®, a recognized leader in all aspects of senior living for over four decades.
If you’re looking for a career with a strong, supportive team doing meaningful work with an appreciative community of seniors, consider becoming a part of the Blakehurst team.
You’ll join others who’ve quickly found that Blakehurst is the kind of place where people decide to build a career. We offer competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits plan, and opportunities to learn and grow.
Learn about our numerous hiring and onboarding incentives and hear our team member testimonials by visiting our website.
What you'll do
- Acts as the Executive Chef's second in command, ensuring staff adherence to policies and procedures while maintaining product quality. Assists with menu planning, recipe creation, and scheduling kitchen production for timely meal service.
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