Sous Chef - Senior Living / Omaha, NE
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LocationOmaha, Nebraska, United States
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience2–4 yrs
DepartmentOvation Heartwood
Company size51–200 people
PostedOct 30, 2026 · 6d ago
Verified live2d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
2-4 years of progressive kitchen experience
Prior supervisory roles
Proficient knife skills, large-batch cooking, recipe standardization, and menu planning
High levels of patience and empathy
Strong organizational abilities
Adaptable communication skills
Food safety certification and Food Handler State Card
A genuine desire to improve the quality of life for seniors
Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment
Must maintain and have an active CPR/BLS during employment
Culinary degree or formal apprenticeship
Certified Food Protection Manager credentials (e.g., ServSafe)
Senior living or high-volume healthcare/hospitality experience
Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Employee assistance program
Paid time off
Paid holidays
401(k)
Health savings account
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Legal insurance
Pet insurance
Employee discounts
Sous Chef
Status: Full Time
Schedule: Varies
Wage: $65,000 - $75,000 Annually/DOE
Location: Ovation Heartwood Preserve - 470 Maxwell Plz, Omaha, NE 68154
Hiring process
Apply at www.TeamAvamere.com
Job Summary
The Sous Chef in a senior living community (independent living, assisted living, and memory care) ensures high-quality, nutritious dining experiences tailored to older adults. They assist the Executive Chef with daily culinary operations, staff supervision, and regulatory compliance while accommodating specific dietary needs.
Essential Duties and Job Responsibilities
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Prepare and cook high-quality meals for multiple venue types, from restaurant-style independent living dining rooms to specialized, texture-modified menus for memory care.
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Supervise, train, and schedule prep cooks, line cooks, and dishwashers in the Executive Chef’s absence.
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Maintain strict adherence to sanitation, food safety (e.g., HACCP), and state health regulations for vulnerable populations.
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Ensure meals meet specific nutritional guidelines, including low-sodium, diabetic, pureed, and thickened-liquid diets.
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Assist with food inventory, ordering supplies, receiving deliveries, and minimizing kitchen waste.
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Solicit feedback from residents, cater special community events, and foster a welcoming, hospitality-focused dining environment.
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Perform all other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Requirements and Qualifications
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Culinary degree or formal apprenticeship preferred, alongside certified Food Protection Manager credentials (e.g., ServSafe).
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2-4 years of progressive kitchen experience, with prior supervisory roles. Senior living or high-volume healthcare/hospitality experience is a major plus.
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Proficient knife skills, large-batch cooking, recipe standardization, and menu planning.
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High levels of patience and empathy (essential for memory care residents), strong organizational abilities, and adaptable communication skills.
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Food safety certification and Food Handler State Card required.
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Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
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A genuine desire to improve the quality of life for seniors.
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Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment.
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Must maintain and have an active CPR/BLS during employment.
Benefits
At Ovation, we believe caring for others starts with caring for our own teams. Our benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and peace of mind—so you can focus on making a difference every day.
Employees are Benefits-eligible at 30+ hours/week. Coverage begins the 1st of the month following hire
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Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage – Regence medical plans (PPO & HDHP), Delta Dental (with orthodontia), and VSP vision
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for mental health, stress, family needs & work/life balance (Canopy)
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Paid Time Off (PTO) – Flexible PTO program combining vacation, sick, and holiday time
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Paid Holidays – Six recognized holidays, with premium pay for eligible hourly employees
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401(k) Retirement Plan – Available after 90 days, with discretionary employer match
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Health Savings Account (HSA) – Employer contributes up to $600/year for HDHP participants
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Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – Medical, Limited, Dependent Care, and Commuter options
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Supplemental Insurance Options – Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Life & Disability (Sun Life)
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Legal Insurance – Affordable access to legal support for common life needs
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Pet Insurance – Discounted plans through Wishbone
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Employee Discounts – Savings on travel, entertainment, electronics, fitness & more (Tickets at Work)
Legal
Ovation by Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify