Area Sous Chef

$32 - $35 per hour | Great benefits!

Era Living is seeking an Area Sous Chef to become the newest member of our Culinary team based out of our corporate office in downtown Seattle, WA.

Competitive Compensation and a Complete Benefits Package including :

Pre-tax election commuter benefits

Medical / vision / prescription drug plan

Dental plan

Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care

401(k) retirement plan with generous company match (eligibility contingent on age requirement)

Progressive vacation package starting at 15 days per year

8 paid holidays per year; double pay for holidays worked

1 hour paid sick time for every 40 hours worked

Employee Assistance Program

Longevity bonuses

Employee discount programs

Primary Responsibilities :

The Area Sous Chef provides support to the community food service teams by covering absences of the Culinary Services Directors, assuming the functional lead position in the kitchen(s) for all operations. This includes directing kitchen staff and ensuring all duties are complete, ensuring cleanliness and proper storage of leftovers, and assisting with training.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Possess culinary knowledge and ability to perform and fulfill all food service functions in a health care institution

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work variable hours and days and fill in at communities as needed

Ability to read, write and communicate in English

Ability to pass DSHS background check, required

Education and Experience :

High school diploma or GED

Three plus years cooking experience in a high-volume food service establishment

Experience training kitchen staff in culinary techniques or other kitchen duties

ServSafe Certification or able to obtain within 30 days of hire

Food Handler’s Certificate or able to obtain within 14 days of hire

First Aid and CPR certified or able to obtain within 30 days of hire

About Era Living :

If you are passionate about improving the quality of life for older adults and exemplify a values based approach to your work, demonstrating integrity, credibility, consistency, strong team orientation, and outstanding communication, we welcome your application!

Era Living was voted “2025 Winner : Best in the Pacific Northwest – Senior Community” by the Seattle Times.