🍽️ Executive Sous Chef
Willow Valley Communities – Willow Street, PA
Are you a passionate culinary leader who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen and takes pride in creating meaningful dining experiences? At Willow Valley Communities, we’re looking for an Executive Sous Chef who is ready to lead, inspire, and make a lasting impact on the lives of our Residents.
In this role, you won’t just cook—you’ll create memorable dining moments, mentor a dedicated team, and help shape a high-quality culinary program within a premier life plan community.
Why Join Willow Valley Communities?
We believe in taking care of our team so you can take care of others.
- Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision)
- Generous PTO to support work-life balance
- Career growth & development opportunities
- Access to on-site amenities: fitness center, spa, cafes, and pools
- A supportive, mission-driven culture
- And much more!
💲 Pay: $25/hour
🕒 Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week)
Shifts between 11:30am–7:30pm or 12:00pm–close, including every other weekend and holiday
📍 Location:
Meadow Ridge at Willow Valley Communities
925 Willow Valley Lakes Drive, Willow Street, PA
🔪 What You’ll Do
As Executive Sous Chef, you’ll be the right hand to the Chef and a key driver of daily kitchen excellence:
- Lead, coach, and inspire a team of kitchen professionals
- Oversee food production, inventory, ordering, and cost control
- Ensure exceptional quality, consistency, and presentation of all meals
- Develop and refine menus and recipes in collaboration with leadership
- Manage staffing schedules while balancing business needs and team wellbeing
- Support and lead catering events and special dining experiences
- Maintain strict food safety (HACCP) and sanitation standards
- Engage directly with residents to ensure satisfaction and address feedback
- Train Team Members and uphold Willow Valley’s high culinary standards
👥 Leadership Responsibilities
- Supervise a team of 6–15 kitchen team members
- Participate in hiring, training, performance management, and coaching
- Foster a positive, accountable, and team-oriented environment
✅ What You Bring
- Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts (or related field)
- 4+ years of culinary experience, including leadership responsibilities
- Strong background in:
- Food & labor cost control
- Menu development & production planning
- Team leadership and training
- Experience with P&L accountability or contract dining (preferred)
- A passion for hospitality, service excellence, and teamwork
💡 Why This Role Matters
At Willow Valley Communities, food is more than nourishment—it’s a key part of comfort, connection, and quality of life. As an Executive Sous Chef, you play a vital role in enhancing the daily experience of our Residents through exceptional dining.
👉 If you’re ready to grow your culinary career in a community that values excellence and purpose, apply today and bring your passion to the table.
