AM Sous Chef

About the role

For over 30 years, The Forest at Duke’s team has provided a caring, responsible community that fosters the independence of residents of retirement age by enhancing their capability to lead purposeful, active, healthy and secure lives. As a Sous Chef and a Forest Team Member, you’ll help support this mission by supervising the kitchen staff as well as assisting in preparing, cooking, and serving premium food items for our residents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with culinary education/schooling highly preferred
• Experienced cook or chef with 1–2 years of supervisor experience in a restaurant/kitchen setting
• Ability to walk, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds
• Basic computer skills including e-mail and online ordering
• Comprehensive knowledge of food preparation and handling techniques
• Ability to read, understand, and follow provided recipes and directions in English
• Ability to read measurements and perform basic measurement calculations and conversions
• Current or previous supervisor experience with the ability to manage, direct, influence, and motivate direct reports
• Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally with diverse individuals
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and ability to work with short notice in the event of staffing issues
• Maintains professional and sanitary manner and appearance
• Works independently and efficiently under stressful conditions with many interruptions
• General knowledge of safety and sanitation rules and practices
• ServSafe Certification, or the ability to obtain and maintain once employed
• Must be at least 18 years old

Benefits

• Low cost health insurance coverage (major medical, FSA, vision, dental, AD&D)
• Life and disability insurance coverage paid 100% by The Forest
• 403B retirement plan with generous company match
• Paid sick and vacation time
• Employee wellness and recognition program