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Hebrew SeniorLife

Junior Sous Chef

Hebrew SeniorLife, Dedham, Massachusetts, us, 02026

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Position Overview

Junior Sous Chef at Hebrew SeniorLife. Supervises the culinary team in the performance of their assigned tasks as directed by the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef. Ensure that the kitchen and staff adhere to all licensure, food safety, and sanitation regulations. In the absence of other management, oversee the running of the culinary team in the performance of their assigned tasks. Demonstrate a strong commitment to the philosophy and goals of the mission of Hebrew SeniorLife. Work with the culinary team to meet all needs of the kitchen, RSU Pantry, and households through active involvement and oversight of the food operation. Works in tandem with the rest of the supervisory team to ensure that food, services, and operations run to the highest standards. Core Competencies

Promote effective interpersonal and interdisciplinary relationships, maintaining professional conduct at all times. Demonstrate a positive, supportive attitude towards all Center personnel; display patience and tact when dealing with all. Present the department in a positive manner when dealing with visitors, patients, and staff; maintain a courteous and pleasant attitude toward visitors, patients, and staff. Contribute to the efficient and productive operation of the department; complete assignments with minimal assistance and total follow-up. Exercise initiative, seeking additional tasks and projects from the supervisor; recognize problems independently and work toward improving systems and procedures. Employee-focused through engagement, hands-on support, and training; motivate staff while promoting quality of service and a team-based approach. Demonstrate a strong commitment to the cultural beliefs, goals, and mission of Hebrew Senior Life. Strive to make every encounter with a patient a positive and meaningful experience, while providing safe and efficient quality care. Position Responsibilities

Works directly with Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef on menu development and engineering, reviewing menus, analyzing recipes, and determining food, labor, and overhead costs. Notes utilization of food surpluses and leftovers, taking into account probable number of guests and popularity of various dishes. Familiarizes newly hired Cooks, Nutritional Assistants, Culinary Associates, Stewards and Dietary interns with practices of kitchen and oversees training. Supervises cooking and other kitchen personnel and coordinates their assignments to ensure economical and timely food production with hands-on support whenever needed. Resolves customer concerns; represents company in a courteous, efficient, and friendly manner in all customer and employee interactions. Establishes and enforces nutrition, sanitation, recipe compliance, safety and merchandising standards. Responsible for compliance with all local, state and federal requirements relative to operation, equipment, training, certification for culinary department. Ensures compliance with all sanitation, ServSafe and safety requirements; ensures corporate and OSHA safety standards are followed. Maintains professional appearance at all times, clean and well-groomed in accordance with company standards. Participation in industry-related meetings and organizations. Prep Lists / Production Sheets - coordinate assignments to culinary personnel; monitor temperature taking/logs; ensure recipe adherence and note suggested adjustments. Support oversight of DPH sanitation regulations in kitchen, RSU pantry and households; manage leftovers/storage/usage and cooler organization (walk-ins and reach-ins in hot and cold production areas). Oversee filling of food orders for kitchen, RSU pantry and households; communicate with Nutrition Lead on any daily adjustments. Communicate daily with Executive Sous Chef & Executive Chef on any issues in the kitchen; ensure daily production is followed according to prep list and RSU tally guides. Support onboarding and training of new employees with guidance from Executive Sous Chef & Executive Chef; participate in development and presentation of material for weekly staff huddles. Participate in weekly internal DPH audits alongside operations supervisors; follow up on open items from internal audits. Communicate with Executive Sous Chef & Executive Chef on equipment work orders, repairs or ordering needs; coordinate with Nutritional Assistants, Culinary Associates and Dietetic interns on plate presentation and meal overviews. Supervise the production, preparation and presentation of all foods as assigned to ensure a quality, consistent product that conforms to company standards. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Qualifications

7 years of food service experience with at least two years in a supervisory capacity (preferred). ServSafe Certification. Basic computer skills required to access emails and other online resources. Professional, proactive, collaborative, conscientious, and results-oriented individual with excellent oral and written communication skills, good judgment, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities. Superb organizational skills; ability to innovate, think strategically, manage multiple projects, and handle difficult situations. Physical

Requirements

See Occupational Health. Remote Type: On-site Hebrew SeniorLife is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Seniority level

Mid-Senior level Employment type

Full-time Job function

Management and Manufacturing Industries

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