Sous Chef

The Mather in Evanston•Evanston, IL

15h•$62,000 - $72,000

About The Position

We’re seeking a Sous Chef who is as exceptional with food creation and preparation as they are with leadership skills, who prepares and oversees the consistent preparation and prompt delivery of quality food to ensure pleasurable dining experiences to residents, family members, guests, and staff. Supports the team by demonstrating the highest standards of culinary excellence, accountability, respect, integrity, and compassion. Full‑time, salaried role with flexible scheduling. Weekends, weeknights, and holidays as needed to support community and resident needs.

Requirements

5+ years of experience preparing a variety of foods in varying quantities in a supervisory capacity.
Ability to make independent decisions as needed and to establish and maintain professional, positive relationships between production and service staff.
Ability to read and interpret work related documents, including the ability to follow standardized recipes.
Current sanitation certification and any other Mather, federal, state, and local requirements.
Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate and delegate tasks to staff.
Reliable, predictable, and punctual attendance, to provide timely service to internal and external customers and to support uninterrupted business operations.

Benefits

A generous paid time off (PTO) program including vacation days/personal days, sick days, and holidays. This is an “earn-as-you-go” plan that rolls over year to year, offering long- and short-term flexibility.
A 401(k) program with per pay-period employer match and annual employer contribution (available to those age 21 or better)
Convenient, subsidized parking (or public transportation for certain locations)
Wellness Spending Account: up to $300 available annually for Wellness related expenses such as gym memberships, financial planning, etc.
Medical, dental, and vision plans
Paid Parental Leave
Adoption Assistance Reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
Extended illness benefits
Employee wellness programs
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance - free to all team members