Sous Chef
Sous Chef
Become a Cedar Community Champion!
Are you a skilled culinary leader who is organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about supporting quality care through exceptional dining experiences? Join Cedar Community as a Sous Chef and play a vital role in delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that directly support resident health, satisfaction, and well-being across our campus.
At Cedar Community, we believe in building positive relationships—our team members, residents, families, and volunteers make our community special. Recognized as a top workplace, we offer opportunities for growth while making a meaningful impact every day!
Job Responsibilities:
As a Sous Chef, you will:
👋 Create a Welcoming Experience – Provide a warm, knowledgeable, welcoming, and friendly atmosphere for residents, staff, and guests.
🍽️ Prepare Quality Meals – Prepare food according to guest requests and standardized recipes to support a positive dining experience.
👨🍳 Lead the Kitchen – Organize and lead culinary and stewarding teams while holding staff accountable for daily responsibilities.
⭐ Support Leadership – Act as the culinary leader in the kitchen during the Chef’s absence.
📖 Train & Develop – Develop, teach, and maintain recipes and culinary techniques.
💬 Communicate Effectively – Work closely with culinary staff, leadership, and other departments to support smooth operations.
📋 Ensure Food Safety & Quality – Ensure proper receiving, storage, temperature control, and rotation of food products in compliance with Health Department regulations and TOTR protocols.
🧼 Maintain Cleanliness – Supervise daily cleaning and sanitation of kitchen equipment, counters, and walk-in/reach-in coolers.
📦 Manage Ingredients – Source, order, and receive high-quality ingredients while adhering to cost and quality control procedures.
🛠️ Maintain Equipment – Ensure proper use of kitchen equipment and report repair needs to the Chef and Maintenance/Engineering teams.
📅 Support Menu Planning – Assist with menu planning and food service operations.
Qualifications:
✔ Minimum of five (5) years prior cooking experience in a restaurant, deli, or other food preparation environment
✔ Current ServSafe Food Service Manager Certification
✔ Strong knowledge of hot and cold food preparation, sanitation standards, and health codes
✔ Proven ability to lead teams and maintain accountability
✔ Comfortable working in confined spaces and extreme temperature ranges
✔ Team-focused leader with a positive and professional attitude
Why Choose Cedar Community?
We offer more than just a job—it’s a career with purpose!
🌟 Competitive Pay & Shift Differentials ~ Get rewarded for your dedication.
📚 Career Growth & Tuition Reimbursement ~ Invest in your future.
💰 Annual Wage Increases ~ We recognize and appreciate your hard work.
🎉 Employee Recognition & Rewards ~ Your efforts won’t go unnoticed.
⏳ Flexible Scheduling ~ A work-life balance that fits your needs.
💡 Supportive Work Environment ~ Leadership development, training, and a culture of teamwork.
Make a Meaningful Impact – Apply Today!
Join Cedar Community, Washington County’s third-largest nonprofit employer, and start making a difference in the lives of our residents. We can’t wait to welcome you to our team!
📢 Apply now and become a Cedar Community Champion!
**NOTE: For the safety of our residents and staff, Cedar Community requires all employees to be vaccinated against influenza, except for approved medical or religious exemptions. COVID-19 vaccination is strongly encouraged. Requirements may change per CMS guidelines.**