Sous Chef - Back of House Leader

Sous Chef – Back of House Lead (Leadership Development Track)
Department:
Culinary Services

Reports To:

Dining Services Director

Location:

Spring Gardens of Draper Position Type:
Full-Time Pay Range: $22–$24 per hour (depending on experience) Where Kindness Counts — Even in the Kitchen At Spring Gardens of Draper, kindness isn’t just something we say — it’s how we lead, how we serve, and how we cook.

Every plate we serve is an opportunity to care for our residents. Every interaction with a teammate is a chance to lead with respect. In our kitchen, excellence and kindness go hand in hand.

We are seeking a passionate, high-energy, growth-minded Sous Chef to serve as our Back of House Lead — someone who loves food, loves people, and is ready to grow into senior culinary leadership.

This is more than a job. This is a leadership pathway. What You’ll Do Culinary Excellence Execute high-quality, restaurant-level cuisine in a senior living environment

Ensure consistency in flavor, presentation, and portion control

Oversee daily production, prep, and service execution

Uphold strict sanitation, food safety, and regulatory standards

Prepare meals with care, professionalism, and kindness

Resident & Customer Focus Prioritize the dining experience of every resident

Respond to feedback with urgency and professionalism

Partner with front-of-house team members to deliver exceptional service

Support special events, themed meals, and resident engagement opportunities

Back of House Leadership Supervise, guide, and develop culinary team members

Lead kitchen operations in the absence of the Dining Services Director Support onboarding, training, and performance coaching

Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and kindness

Model professionalism and positive communication

Operational Management Assist with scheduling and labor oversight

Support ordering, inventory control, and cost management

Monitor food cost, waste reduction, and operational efficiency

Maintain organized production and storage systems

Participate in financial and operational leadership training

Leadership Development Track Engage in structured mentorship with the Dining Services Director Learn full kitchen management responsibilities including:

Compliance and regulatory oversight

Staffing strategy and team development

Budgeting and financial performance

Operational planning

Demonstrate initiative, ownership, and readiness for advancement What We’re Looking For Minimum of 3 years of professional culinary experience (upscale dining preferred)
Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred

Senior living experience highly recommended (not required)
Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation standards

ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain)
Customer service–focused and resident-centered mindset

People-focused leadership style

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Highly coachable with a growth mindset

Passion for hospitality, excellence, and serving others

We’re looking for someone who believes that how we serve matters just as much as what we serve. Why Spring Gardens of Draper?

Because here, kindness counts — with our residents and with our team.

We offer:

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
401(k) after one year

Free gym membership

Competitive pay ($22–$24/hour DOE)
Leadership development and advancement opportunitiesA culture built on respect, growth, and teamwork

If you’re passionate about food, committed to excellence, and ready to lead with kindness — we’d love to meet you.

Come cook with purpose. Lead with heart. Grow with us. What We’re Looking For Minimum of 3 years of professional culinary experience (upscale dining preferred)
Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred

Senior living experience highly recommended (not required)
Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation standards

ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain)
Customer service–focused and resident-centered mindset

People-focused leadership style

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Highly coachable with a growth mindset

Passion for hospitality, excellence, and serving others

We’re looking for someone who believes that how we serve matters just as much as what we serve.