Sous Chef

Description

At Harbor’s Edge, excellence is our standard. Situated along the picturesque Elizabeth River in Norfolk, our five-star, resort-style Continuing Care Retirement Community offers a full continuum of care in an environment defined by elegance, engagement, and community.

Recognized as a 2025 “Best” Senior Living Community by U.S. News & World Report, we take pride in fostering a culture where team members are valued, supported, and empowered to grow. Our employees are central to our success, and we are committed to providing a workplace that reflects the same quality and care we deliver to our residents.

We are seeking a full-time Sous Chef to join our five-star dining team. The ideal candidate has senior living experience (long-term care, assisted living, or memory support) and a passion for serving older adults. Responsibilities include preparing meals according to approved menus and recipes while ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with menu planning and provide input on hiring, promotion, and disciplinary decisions.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff, overseeing work assignments, techniques, equipment, and materials.
• Ensure staff maintain proper attire and uphold a safe, clean, and organized kitchen environment.
• Prepare meals according to approved menus, standardized recipes, and applicable regulations.
• Maintain high standards for food quality, nutrition, portion control, temperature, and presentation.
• Ensure proper sanitation and safety in all food preparation areas; assist with cleaning as needed.
• Collaborate with the Dietitian on menu planning and therapeutic diets.
• Assume supervisory responsibilities in the absence of senior chefs.
• Attend required meetings and trainings; perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience preferred.
• Current Food Handler’s certification required.
• Minimum of 5 years of cooking experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory role within long-term care or a high-volume, upscale food service environment.
• Strong knowledge of institutional food service operations, including menu planning, preparation, cooking, storage, dietetics, and sanitation.
• Experience working in a healthcare setting preferred.

Comprehensive benefit package includes:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Onsite Pharmacy Available
• Convenience Store Located Onsite
• Paid Time Off + Six Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employer Paid - Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
• Employer Paid - Short-term and Long-term Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan w/ Employer Contribution
• College Tuition Reimbursement
• Employer Paid - Certification Training
• Legal Resources & Identity Protection Plan

*Benefit offerings vary according to employment status.

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