Sous Chef

Job Type
Full-time

Description

The Foothills Retirement Community | Easley, SC

Lead with Purpose. Cook with Passion. Make a Difference Every Day.

At The Foothills Retirement Community, dining is more than a meal. It's an experience that brings comfort, connection, and joy to our residents every day.

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Sous Chef to partner with our Executive Chef in leading a talented culinary team, creating exceptional dining experiences, and helping shape the future of our growing dining program. If you're a culinary professional who takes pride in quality, enjoys mentoring others, and is looking for a rewarding career with work-life balance, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

As Sous Chef, you'll serve as the Executive Chef's right-hand and help lead all aspects of kitchen operations, including:

- Assisting in the daily management of culinary operations and leading the multiple culinary venues in the Executive Chef's absence
- Preparing and overseeing high-quality meals with exceptional presentation and consistency
- Supporting menu development, seasonal offerings, and special dining events
- Coaching, mentoring, and developing cooks and culinary team members
- Ensuring food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance standards are maintained
- Managing food production, inventory, ordering, product rotation, and kitchen organization
- Assisting with labor management and cost control while maintaining superior quality
- Supporting catering functions, holiday celebrations, and special resident events
- Maintaining production records, recipes, temperature logs, and operational documentation
- Creating a positive, team-oriented culture focused on excellence and hospitality

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

- High school diploma or GED
- Minimum of 2 years of culinary experience in fine dining, hospitality, country club, hotel, senior living, or similar foodservice environments
- Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a kitchen setting
- SERV Safe Certification
- Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
- Basic computer proficiency
- Valid South Carolina driver's license
- Flexibility to support weekends, holidays, and occasional alternate shift coverage

Preferred Qualifications

- Associate Degree in Culinary Arts
- Experience in senior living, retirement communities, healthcare dining, or hospitality dining programs
- Knowledge of South Carolina DHEC regulations
- 3+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience

Benefits & Perks

We invest in our team members because they are the heart of our community.

- Competitive salary
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous paid time off
- Retirement plan with employer match
- Professional development and career growth opportunities
- Supportive leadership and collaborative culture
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on residents' lives every day

Join Our Team

If you're a chef who believes great food brings people together and you're ready to take the next step in your culinary leadership career, we'd love to hear from you.

Join The Foothills Retirement Community and help create memorable dining experiences that enrich the lives of those we serve.

PCSC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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