Sous Chef - Allen, TX

Highland Springs by Erickson Senior Living is a distinguished continuing care retirement community located on a sprawling 89-acre campus in North Dallas, Texas. As part of Erickson Senior Living, one of the nation’s most respected providers of senior living and health care, Highland Springs offers a dynamic and supportive environment dedicated to enhancing the lives of older adults. The community combines a vibrant lifestyle, financial stability, and focused health and well-being services to ensure that both residents and staff experience a fulfilling and rewarding atmosphere. Erickson Senior Living is nationally recognized for its commitment to quality, innovation, and care, establishing a strong reputation across the senior living industry. The company fosters an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, supporting every team member to reach their full potential while contributing positively to the community they serve. We are currently seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join our culinary team and play a vital role in delivering an exceptional dining experience through our innovative Signature Dining Programs. This program emphasizes à la minute cooking and chef-inspired creations, designed to cater to the diverse tastes and dietary needs of our residents. As Sous Chef, you will work in state-of-the-art kitchens equipped with top-notch culinary tools and equipment, alongside a passionate and dedicated team. In this leadership role, you will assist in managing the culinary operations and oversee food production, kitchen sanitation, and utility management whenever the Executive Chef is absent. You will take part in the daily coordination of kitchen activities, ensuring that high standards of food quality, safety, and dietary compliance are consistently met. This role requires a collaborative approach, excellent time management skills, and the ability to inspire and supervise culinary staff to deliver outstanding results. The position offers a competitive salary range of $56,000 to $65,000 annually, with eligibility for up to an 8% performance bonus depending on experience. Team members at Highland Springs enjoy a high quality of life balance, with most kitchen staff working hours that allow them to be finished before 9 PM. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, the company offers wellness reimbursements, personal health coaching, and telemedicine options to support your overall health. PTO plans and paid volunteer hours provide flexibility and encourage community engagement. Our commitment to growth means that you will have opportunities to enhance your culinary craft and leadership skills through education assistance, certification reimbursements, and access to thousands of online courses. Join us to grow your career in a supportive, forward-thinking environment, where your skills will directly impact the satisfaction and well-being of our senior residents.

• Minimum of 3 years full-service experience required
• Minimum of 6 months supervisory and coaching experience required
• Ability to work some weekends and holidays
• Must be able to lift or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures including hot kitchens, refrigerators, and freezers
• Compliance with applicable state regulations