Sous Chef

Job Description Job Description Luxury Senior Living Communities In Kendall, Coral Gables & Homestead Is looking for Sous Chef forits Palace Gardens A 200-bed Assisted Living & Memory Care Community 3100 NE 8 Street, Homestead (Across the Street from Baptist Homestead Hospital) Winner of Silver award for Best Assisted Living & Memory Care on the Boards by the National Association of Homebuilders 55+, 2016 The #1 Priority of this position is… To supervise and coordinate the production and service of meals to residents & employees, cooking demonstrations and large events. Essential Duties & Responsibilities In coordination with the Director of Food & Beverage, create menu cycles that are in compliance with AHCA regulations and residents’ dietary restrictions. Prepare food items according to daily production schedule utilizing standardized recipes. Maintain daily temperature log, proper food storage, food labels, cleaning schedules & work assignments. During the Executive Chef’s absence, the Sous Chef is in charge of coordinating food handling, cooking schedules and cooking methods to assure meals are palatable and appetizing in appearance. Order inventory and rotate food supplies as directed. Receive, store & distribute food and supplies. Responsible for supervising cooks, prep cooks & dishwashing staff. Qualifications A minimum of 10 years of quantity cooking experience in hospitality setting. Experience in banquet style cooking & management capabilities. 3 years of supervisory experience in long-term care food service setting. Culinary School Certification preferred. Must have a Food Safety Manager Certification. Must have knowledge of arithmetic & units of measurement used in food preparation. Must possess the ability to follow oral and written instructions in the English. Spanish preferred. The Ideal Candidate Responsible, outgoing, punctual, quick on the feet & resourceful. Flexible as to work schedule. Must be able to work on weekends, holidays, & in emergencies. \nCompany Description Since 1980, The Palace Group has set the standard for Senior Living... Welcome to The Palace Group of Senior Living Communities. We invite you to visit our beautiful communities in South Florida, and to meet our residents and staff. You'll understand why thousands of families have entrusted the care of their older family members to us. We founded The Palace Group in 1980 as a 21-bed ALF and have grown to multiple, nationally-renowned and award-winning communities and services, serving over 1,500 residents and 1,100 employees. The Palace offers a choice of care levels including Independent Living, Catered Living, Assisted Living, Nursing & Rehabilitation, Home Health Services, Luxury Living for those 55 & Over, and a Continuing Care Retirement Community. Even with our growth and success, The Palace Group remains a privately-owned "labor of love." Along with our sons Zack and Haim, we all live nearby; we frequently dine on-site; we know our residents & families. Our hands-on approach means there's no "corporate red tape" that gets in the way of delivering exceptional service, care and memorable experiences. Helen & Jacob Shaham Founders & Owners Company Description Since 1980, The Palace Group has set the standard for Senior Living...\r\nWelcome to The Palace Group of Senior Living Communities. We invite you to visit our beautiful communities in South Florida, and to meet our residents and staff. You'll understand why thousands of families have entrusted the care of their older family members to us.\r\n\r\nWe founded The Palace Group in 1980 as a 21-bed ALF and have grown to multiple, nationally-renowned and award-winning communities and services, serving over 1,500 residents and 1,100 employees. The Palace offers a choice of care levels including Independent Living, Catered Living, Assisted Living, Nursing & Rehabilitation, Home Health Services, Luxury Living for those 55 & Over, and a Continuing Care Retirement Community.\r\n\r\nEven with our growth and success, The Palace Group remains a privately-owned "labor of love." Along with our sons Zack and Haim, we all live nearby; we frequently dine on-site; we know our residents & families. Our hands-on approach means there's no "corporate red tape" that gets in the way of delivering exceptional service, care and memorable experiences.\r\n\r\nHelen & Jacob Shaham\r\nFounders & Owners