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Sous Chef Loomis Lakeside at Reeds Landing Springfield, MA Work for a company where you can make a difference in the lives of older adults. Full Time 37.5 hrs/week position. Some Weekend availability is a must! Position Summary Sous Chef may work in any type of food location on premises. This individual provides oversight at the direction of the management team on site to coordinate routine work activities of workers within the Loomis communities. This individual will provide support to management in the daily oversight of key functions and employees during the normal course of business as well as assume rolls and functions of executive chef in the event of the chef?s absence. The general responsibilities of the position include those listed below, management may identify other responsibilities of the position. These responsibilities may differ among accounts, depending on business necessities and client requirements. Qualifications & Requirements Willingness to be open to learning and growing. Maturity of judgment and behavior. Maintains high standards for work areas and appearance. Maintains a positive attitude. Ability to work a flexible schedule helpful. Must comply with any dress code requirements. Must be able to work nights, weekends and some holidays. Attends work and shows up for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity. Experience/Knowledge: High School diploma, GED or equivalent. 4 or more years of related work experience. Knowledge of basic operation of equipment and cash-handling procedures preferred. Skills/Aptitude: Presents self in a highly professional manner to others and understands that honesty and ethics are essential. Ability to maintain a positive attitude. Ability to communicate with co-workers and other departments with professionalism and respect. Maintains a professional relationship with all coworkers, vendor representatives, supervisors, managers, customers, and client representatives. Ability to use a computer. Requires complete knowledge of kitchen equipment. Must be able to read and follow a recipe unsupervised Involved with the more complex requirements of the position. Applies advanced cooking skills. Adapts procedures, processes, tools, equipment and techniques to meet the requirements of the position. Substantial working knowledge of food preparation. Physical Requirements: Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus, with or without corrective lenses. Significant walking or other means of mobility. Ability to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours). Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push and/or pull, and frequently lift up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift/move 40 pounds. Working Conditions (may add additional conditions specific to defined work location): Generally in an indoor setting; however, may supervise outside activities and events Varying schedule to include evenings, holidays, weekends and extended hours as business dictates. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is primarily in a controlled, temperate environment; however, may be exposed to heat/cold during support of outside activities. SEE THE LOOMIS COMMUNITIES WEBSITE FOR COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION