Sous Chef - Join the Team!

Highland Springs by Erickson Senior Living is a prestigious continuing care retirement community spanning 89 beautiful acres in North Dallas, Texas. As part of a nationally recognized network managed by Erickson Senior Living, one of the largest and most reputable providers of senior living and health care in the United States, Highland Springs is dedicated to enriching the lives of its residents. The community is known for its commitment to delivering a vibrant lifestyle, financial stability, and focused health and well-being services. This established environment fosters a sense of community among residents and provides team members with a supportive and balanced work atmosphere. Erickson Senior Living and all its affiliates prioritize a culture of diversity, inclusion, equity, and belonging, ensuring a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, adhering strictly to federal, state, and local laws. We are currently seeking an experienced and dedicated Sous Chef to join the culinary team at Highland Springs. This position plays a pivotal role in our innovative Signature Dining Programs, which focus on a la minute cooking and chef-inspired creations, delivering exceptional dining experiences tailored to the preferences and dietary needs of our senior residents. As Sous Chef, you will work alongside a committed team within state-of-the-art kitchens equipped with the latest culinary technology and tools, enabling you to execute your culinary skills at the highest standards. With a salary range of $56,000 to $65,000, commensurate with experience, plus eligibility for annual bonuses up to 8%, this role offers both competitive compensation and significant career growth opportunities. The Sous Chef will be responsible for supervising kitchen operations in the absence of the Executive Chef, including staffing, food production oversight, kitchen sanitation, and utility management. The role demands leadership in scheduling, training, and disciplining culinary and utility staff, ensuring that all food preparation aligns with strict quality, safety, and dietary standards. Timely meal service for residents is a priority alongside maintaining the organization and cleanliness of all kitchen and dining areas. This is an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals who are passionate about leadership, quality food preparation, and customer service in a senior living context. The position also requires flexibility to work some weekends and holidays and the physical ability to handle kitchen demands such as lifting up to 50 pounds and working in varied temperature environments. Joining Highland Springs means becoming part of a vibrant community where your contributions positively impact the lives of seniors every day. In addition to a supportive work environment, the community offers comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, and vision packages, wellness reimbursements, personal health coaching, professional growth via extensive educational resources, and a culture that values your wellbeing and professional growth. Join us to build your culinary career in a meaningful and rewarding setting, enhance your culinary and leadership skills, and work with a team committed to excellence and innovation in senior dining.

• Minimum of 3 years full-service experience required
• minimum of 6 months supervisory and coaching experience required
• must be able to work some weekends and holidays
• be able to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• ability to work in extreme temperatures including hot kitchen to refrigerators and freezers