Executive Sous Chef

WHO ARE WE?

If you enjoy working with older adults, caring for and talking with them, learning from their stories and seeing them smile, this is the job of a lifetime. At Freedom Village Bradenton, you can jump-start a senior living career or build the one you have. You’ll grow, advance, and gain knowledge in senior services — one of the fastest-growing career fields in the country.

We offer jobs in Bradenton, FL, at all levels and for all types of skills and expertise. You’ll join a team that’s passionate about working with seniors and making them our top priority. We’re committed to delivering the very best resident-centered care and providing high-quality hospitality through our Extraordinary Impressions program. With integrity, a solid work ethic and empathy for older adults, you can create a long, satisfying, and fruitful senior living career at Freedom Village of Bradenton.

Position Summary

The Executive Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef in overseeing all culinary operations within the senior living community. This role ensures high-quality, nutritious, and appealing meals that meet the dietary, safety, and regulatory needs of residents while maintaining efficient kitchen operations and a positive dining experience.

Key Responsibilities

Culinary Operations

• Assist in planning, preparing, and executing daily menus for independent living, assisted living, and memory care residents
• Ensure meals are flavorful, visually appealing, and appropriate for senior dietary needs
• Oversee food preparation, cooking, and plating during service periods
• Maintain consistency in food quality, portion control, and presentation

Leadership & Staff Supervision

• Supervise, train, and mentor kitchen staff in daily operations
• Lead shifts in the absence of the Executive Chef
• Assist with scheduling, staffing coverage, and performance feedback
• Promote a respectful, team-oriented work environment

Nutrition & Dietary Compliance

• Work closely with the Registered Dietitian and clinical team to support special diets (low sodium, diabetic, pureed, mechanical soft, allergen-free, etc.)
• Ensure all meals comply with residents’ dietary plans and physician orders
• Support resident satisfaction through menu feedback and special requests

Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations (health department, ServSafe, HACCP)
• Maintain proper food handling, storage, sanitation, and temperature controls
• Assist with health inspections, audits, and corrective actions

Inventory & Cost Control

• Assist in ordering food and supplies within budget guidelines
• Monitor inventory levels, minimize waste, and support cost-control initiatives
• Participate in menu costing and purchasing decisions

Resident Experience

• Engage with residents to understand preferences and address concerns
• Support special events, holidays, and themed meals
• Maintain a hospitality-driven approach aligned with senior living standards

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience preferred
• Minimum 3–5 years of progressive culinary leadership experience
• Experience in senior living, healthcare, or high-volume institutional dining preferred
• Strong knowledge of modified diets and senior nutrition
• ServSafe Certification (or ability to obtain)
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

WE VALUE OUR EMPLOYEES AND SHOW APPRECIATION THROUGH…

• Scholarships and Educational Assistance Programs, because we value the development of our team members and promoting from within.
• Extraordinary Reward Points, because we value recognizing and appreciating our employees for their hard work.
• Our comprehensive benefits, because we value health and wellness for you and your family.
• A Monthly All-Staff Meet n’ Eat, because we value a strong company culture that creates ca