About this role
Southgate Senior Living is currently seeking a Sous Chef to join our team of dedicated professionals who want to make a difference in the lives of our residents, their families and our community. We are guided by our CAPLICO Core Values:
Celebration
Accountability
Passion for Learning
Love One Another
Intelligent Risk Taking
Customer Second (Employee First!)
Ownership
If these core values resonate deeply with your own moral compass and you meet the requirements below, then you should apply.
About the Opportunity
Ensure efficient, timely and friendly service to all residents, staff and guests. Assist with meeting or exceeding residents’ dining expectations. Keep food prep, dining areas and/or dish room areas clean and sanitary. Maintain proper sanitation and safety procedures and high quality of food preparation and presentation.
Critical Success Factors
- Must be able to follow recipes consistently, make adjustments based on customer requests, communicate with wait staff and prepare garnishes to make attractive presentation for each meal, capable of a fine dining experience.
- Ensure resident special diets are offered and prepared, recognizing a resident's right to choose
- Willingness to learn new food preparation techniques and presentation.
- Occasionally serve food
- Execute opening and closing procedures
- Operate kitchen equipment such as broilers, ovens, grills and fryers.
- Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment and utensils
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a team. Must display team behaviors.
- Ability to effectively deal with conflict or resident complaints.
- Ability to focus on multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Follows all food safety and equipment safety procedures.
- Knowledge of and compliance with community quality standards and requirements.
- Must be dependable, punctual, self-motivated, and able to work without constant supervision.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must possess or be able to obtain Food Handlers' Card
- Must possess or be able to obtain a Food Safety Management Certification
We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.
The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.
Other facts
About Pinnacle Senior Living
At Pennant, we are driven by a simple truth: exceptional care begins with exceptional leadership. We understand that local leaders are the heartbeat of local care, and empowering them is the key to delivering personalized, Life-Changing Service in every community we serve.
Our affiliates provide a full continuum of healthcare services, including home health, hospice, home care, assisted living, independent living and senior living, each tailored to meet the unique needs of the individuals and families who entrust us with their care. From the comfort of home to supportive communities, we strive to enhance lives with clinical excellence and compassionate attention.
What sets Pennant apart is our unwavering focus on leadership development. We invest deeply in cultivating leaders at every level, equipping them with the tools, training, and resources to thrive. Pennant Services also serves as a resource hub for our affiliates, offering centralized support in areas such as clinical expertise, compliance, operations, and professional development. By empowering our local leaders with the resources they need, we ensure their success translates into exceptional care at the local level.
At Pennant, we know that the strength of our organization lies in the passion and dedication of our people. Whether serving on the frontlines or supporting behind the scenes, every team member shares a commitment to providing Life-Changing Service through meaningful, compassionate, individualized care. Together, we are building a legacy of trust, innovation, and excellence in healthcare—one community at a time.
What you'll do
- The Sous Chef will ensure efficient and friendly service to residents, staff, and guests while maintaining high standards of food preparation and sanitation. They will assist in meeting dining expectations and prepare meals that cater to special diets.
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