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Sous Chef

Solera Senior Living

Sous Chef

The Reserve at Lake Austin - The Reserve at Lake Austin | Austin, TX

Love to make a difference in the lives of seniors?

At The Reserve at Lake Austin, we are guided by our Core Values-Compassion, Communication, Commitment, and Creativity-which shape how we care for residents, support families, and work together as a team.

What Solera Offers You
  • A growing company with opportunities for career advancement
  • Immediate pay access - no more waiting for payday
  • Tuition reimbursement to support your professional growth
  • Comprehensive medical benefits with discounted gym memberships
  • Dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Paid holidays and paid time off
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Perks and employee discount programs
  • Supportive, team-oriented workplace culture
The Sous Chef supports the Director of Culinary Experience in all aspects of the community's culinary operations. This handson leader ensures consistently highquality dining experiences for residents, guests, and team members by executing menus, upholding food safety and sanitation standards, coaching the team, and delivering exceptional hospitality.

Sous Chef Key Responsibilities

Kitchen Leadership & Supervision
  • Serve as secondincommand; assume leadership in the Director's absence
  • Supervise and coordinate daily activities of line cooks, prep cooks, and dishwashers
  • Provide handson instruction on cooking techniques, portion control, and plating
  • Lead daily preservice meetings (menu highlights, safety reminders, service goals)
  • Ensure all culinary team members follow community policies and professional standards
Culinary Execution & Food Quality
  • Plan and prepare meals according to established menus and standardized recipes
  • Maintain exceptional standards for flavor, consistency, and presentation
  • Prepare menu items to meet therapeutic/nutritional guidelines and physician orders
  • Monitor production for accuracy and timely service; conduct tastings and quality checks
Food Safety & Sanitation
  • Maintain strict adherence to ServSafe® standards and all local/state regulations
  • Oversee proper receiving, storing, labeling, and rotation (FIFO) of all food and supplies
  • Keep equipment and work areas clean, organized, and in good working order
  • Participate in inspections and implement corrective actions promptly
Administrative & Operational Support
  • Assist with ordering, inventory management, and cost control to minimize waste
  • Maintain production records, temperature logs, and required documentation
  • Collaborate on new menu items, seasonal offerings, and special event menus
  • Support staffing and scheduling to ensure efficient coverage
Resident & Guest Experience
  • Model a culture of hospitality and customer service excellence
  • Engage with residents in dining rooms to gather feedback and elevate satisfaction
  • Address foodrelated concerns promptly and professionally
Teamwork & Professionalism
  • Foster a positive, respectful, teamoriented environment
  • Support crossdepartmental collaboration for seamless service
  • Uphold a professional image in appearance, communication, and behavior
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Culinary Experience
Sous Chef Qualifications
  • 2+ years of progressive culinary experience, including supervisory duties; senior living, healthcare, or hospitality environment preferred
  • Formal culinary training or certification preferred
  • Strong knowledge of cooking methods, kitchen equipment, and food production standards
  • Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate a culinary team
  • Ability to follow standardized recipes, portion guidelines, and menu cycles for regular and therapeutic diets
  • Excellent time management, organization, and composure in a fastpaced environment
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills; sound judgment under pressure
  • High level of integrity and genuine compassion for older adults and their families
  • ServSafe® / Food Handler certification (or ability to obtain and maintain upon hire)
  • Compliance with applicable health requirements, including the annual influenza vaccination (medical/religious exemptions considered per policy and law)

The Reserve at Lake Austin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

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