Executive Sous Chef Ovation Heartwood

Job Description

Executive Sous Chef

Status: Full Time

Shift: To be determined

Wage: $60K annual salary

Location: Ovation Heartwood Preserve 470 Maxwell Plaza, Omaha, NE 68154

An Ovation team member will emulate the Ovation brand with a focus on service, exceeding expectations and creating exceptional, memorable moments for all residents. Team members will always embrace and emulate the Ovation mission statement and core values and set an example of these values for all those that interact with them. They will assist residents to find their passion for life and pursuit of engagement within the Ovation family and create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis as well as a calm environment throughout the community. They will encourage and support teamwork and create memorable moments for our residents.

Our Mission: To enhance the life of every person we serve

Supports and maintains The Ovation Core Values:

Integrity above all else

Passion for the quality of people’s lives

Quality that is obvious

Innovation, not emulation

A culture of respect, belonging, and celebration of diversity

Reaching to learn, grow and embrace change

Teamwork, trust, camaraderie, and fun

Working as the Sous Chef, you will be responsible for the successful operation of the Culinary Department for a facility. You will assist in the supervision, preparation, and cooking of various food items, developing daily menu items and their preparation and garnishment. You may supervise hourly associates, and you work with Executive Chef/Chef to develop new menus and assist with ordering. This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial culinary professional.

Responsibilities:

Assists the Executive Chef with managing cost controls and control expenditures for the account

Assists the Executive Chef with planning and creating menus

Produces and execute catering events

Rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with Company marketing and culinary team

Qualifications:

A.S. or equivalent experience

Some progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training

Catering experience a plus

High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable

Institutional and batch cooking experiences helpful

Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation

Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet

Must be willing to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities

ServSafe certified - highly desirable

Employee Perks:

Employee meal credit

Tuition assistance

Career development opportunities

Employee assistance program featuring free counseling services, financial coaching, legal services and more

Generous PTO policy

401K retirement plan with employer contributions

Comprehensive benefits package with medical coverage, voluntary dental, vision, and life insurance

“At Ovation, we love to celebrate our diverse group of hardworking employees. We value diversity and believe forming teams in which everyone can their true, authentic self is key to our success.” We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

The company reserves the right to revise the duties set forth in this job description at its discretion

Full-time