The Sous Chef at The Cardinal at North Hills partners with the Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations and create an exceptional restaurant-style dining experience for residents and guests at The Cardinal at North Hills. This hands-on leadership role oversees food preparation, staff development, quality assurance, and food safety compliance while ensuring every meal reflects the community’s commitment to excellence, hospitality, and resident satisfaction.

Schedule: Full Time | Monday – Friday – rotating weekends
Pay Range: $25.00/hr. - $27.00/hr.  based on experience*

Paid Vacation / Sick Time /  7 Paid Holidays
Excellent - Medical / Dental / Vision Benefits / 401K

Free Meal each shift

What will I do every day?

• Lead daily kitchen operations and food production.
• Supervise, coach, and mentor culinary associates.
• Ensure consistency in food quality, presentation, and portion control.
• Maintain all food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards.
• Assist with menu execution, inventory, ordering, scheduling, and cost control.
• Support catering, special events, and multiple dining venues.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen.

What will I need to be successful in this role?

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive culinary experience, including leadership in upscale restaurants, hotels, country clubs, or senior living communities.
• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing culinary teams.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Commitment to hospitality and delivering exceptional dining experiences.

Special Requirements/Certifications I may need?

• Culinary degree preferred.
• ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification required.

What’s in it for me? (Great Question!)

• Competitive pay
• A free meal per shift
• Healthcare Benefits including Vision & Dental (Full-time only)
• Matching 401k (Full-time only)
• Paid Time Off
• Rewards and Bonus Opportunities
• Continuous Training and Growth Opportunities

What do we do?

We create a great place to live for our residents and great place to work for our associates.  Kisco Senior Living has been a dynamic, award-winning leader in the senior living industry for over 30 years.