Full-Time | Dining Services Department Pay Rate: $31.43 per hour Schedule: Monday–Friday, 12:00 PM–8:30 PM
About The Osborn The Osborn is a nationally recognized, not‑for‑profit senior living community in Rye, NY. We are committed to providing exceptional culinary experiences and a warm, supportive environment for both residents and staff. We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Sous Chef to join our Dining Services team.
Position Summary
The Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef in the daily operation of the kitchen, supervising culinary staff, maintaining high standards for food quality, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. This role is hands‑on and requires strong leadership, creativity, and a passion for delivering excellent dining experiences.
Key Responsibilities
Assist the Executive Chef in coordinating and supervising food production to ensure high standards of quality, temperature, portion control, and presentation.
Contribute to creative and diverse menu planning based on resident needs and preferences.
Ensure all food is stored, prepared, and served in accordance with state and local health department regulations.
Train, coach, and support culinary staff to maintain consistency and excellence.
Participate in the hiring, evaluation, and disciplinary processes for culinary team members.
Oversee full kitchen operations in the Executive Chef’s absence.
Work line shifts in various dining venues as assigned.
Supervise the Pavilion and Assisted Living tray line.
Maintain a safe, sanitary, and well‑organized kitchen environment.
Perform additional duties as needed.
Knowledge & Skills
Strong ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across the organization.
Completion of a 2‑year accredited culinary program and/or a minimum of 5 years of culinary experience in a restaurant, hotel, or club setting.
Solid understanding of state health codes related to food preparation, sanitation, and safety.
Demonstrates patience, tact, enthusiasm, and a positive, cheerful disposition.
Ability to learn, understand, and follow all Dining Services procedures and equipment operations.
Strong foundational knowledge of food, preparation techniques, and culinary best practices.
Proven ability to lead individuals and teams toward successful task completion.
Creative mindset with the ability to contribute ideas for enhancing menu offerings and overall culinary quality.
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move for extended periods (up to 7.5 hours).
Ability to lift and carry 10–50 lbs and push/pull carts up to 50 lbs.
Ability to manage the physical and emotional demands of a busy kitchen environment.
Adequate vision and hearing (with or without assistive devices).
Why Join The Osborn?
Supportive, team‑focused work environment
Opportunities for professional development
Meaningful work in a respected senior living community
Strong culinary leadership and commitment to excellence
Candidates may apply directly through Indeed or visit www.theosborn.org for more information.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Rye, NY
Skills
Assisted Livingunmatched
Best Practicesunmatched
Coachingunmatched
Cook Dishesunmatched
Disciplinary Actionunmatched
Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
Food Productionunmatched
Food Qualityunmatched
Food Servicesunmatched
Health Departmentunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Menu Managementunmatched
Operations Processesunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
People Managementunmatched
Physical Demandsunmatched
Portion Controlunmatched
Regulationsunmatched
Restaurantunmatched
Safety Complianceunmatched
Sanitationunmatched
Team Lead/Managerunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
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