Gillis Lodge
by Gillis Lodge
Job Summary:
Job Description:
Job Title: Sous Chef – Second in Command – Long-Term Care
The Gillis Lodge is seeking a skilled and compassionate Sous Chef to join our dietary team. This position works opposite shifts from the Head Chef but does have overlap to ensure communication and consistency between both cooks and staff. The Chef plays a key leadership role in delivering nutritious, high-quality meals to our residents and is one of the most vital members of our care team.
As the second-in-command of the kitchen, the Sous Chef is responsible for the operations of the kitchen on the days when the head chef is not on duty. They oversee the daily food service operations, supervise staff, and help maintain a safe, efficient, and resident-focused kitchen environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and serve nutritious, appealing meals in accordance with dietary needs and care plans that have been outlined by a registered dietitian.
- Lead kitchen operations during assigned shifts.
- Supervise and support kitchen staff.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
- Assist with menu execution, food ordering, and inventory control.
- Work collaboratively with nursing and care staff to support resident needs.
- Provide the daily meal for our residents, including breakfast, lunch, supper and snacks for the day, including some baking.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Previous cooking experience (healthcare or institutional setting an asset but not required. We are looking for a homebody cook, someone who knows how to cook a traditional dinner like you got at your grandparents on Sunday)
- Strong leadership and teamwork skills.
- Knowledge of food safety standards and safe food handling certification
- Ability to work independently and make sound decisions
- Compassionate, patient, and respectful approach to working with seniors
- Red Seal certificate is not required, but is considered an asset.
Why Work With Us:
- Meaningful work making a daily difference in residents’ lives.
- Supportive, community-focused workplace
- Stable scheduling and consistent hours (your schedule almost never changes)
- Every second weekend off
- Work day starts at 7 and ends at 6, no late nights.
Benefits:
- Wages that are competitive and receive yearly increases.
- Very supportive workplace.
- On-site gym.
- On-site parking.
- Free meals on shift.
- RRSP program.
- Health and Dental program with coverage for family members as well.
- Working indoors.
- A recently expanded kitchen with brand new equipment.
- The ability to experiment with new menu ideas through discussion with residents and management.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Flexible schedule
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Vision care
Work Location: In person