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Job Title


Sous Chef


Company : Stellar Senior Living


Location : Missoula, MT


Created : 2026-01-01


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

We are seeking a creative and dedicated Sous Chef to join our team at a large senior living community. Come join a team of dedicated, smart, and caring professionals as they work together to care for our seniors and provide them the lifestyle they deserve.Why You'll Love Working HereCompetitive Pay and Benefits: In addition to a market-leading salary, full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance. On top of this, Stellar also offers a generous Paid Time Off policy, 401(k) with company matching, holiday pay, and more. Career Growth: We’re a growing company with opportunities for advancement and company-sponsored training. Tuition reimbursement and ongoing learning opportunities are available. Work Perks: Depending on the role and community, you may receive free meals on shift, on-demand pay (access to your wages as soon as you earn them), and a supportive, team-driven environment.About UsAt Stellar Senior Living, our supreme goal is to do and be the best in all we undertake — and to provide a Stellar life for our residents, their families, and our employees. As a premier provider of assisted living andmemory care communities across the Western United States, we’re passionate about creating vibrant, supportive environments where residents can thrive."Our supreme goal is to do and be the best in all we undertake, and to provide a Stellar life for our residents, their families and our employees." - Evrett Benton, CEOIf you are looking for a company and team that understands the value of people, then check us out! Stellar Senior Living, a privately-owned family company, is a premier assisted living and memory care provider in the Western United States.  Founded in 2012 we have experienced consistent growth adding senior living communities to our family each year.  We continue to grow and are looking for top talent to join our team and continue the journey with us.Job DescriptionOur Sous Chef will act as the second in command in the kitchen, following and enforcing the Executive Chef's requirements and guidelines. The ideal candidate is a creative professional who is willing to participate in creating delicious seasonal menus and meal designs. ResponsibilitiesDevelop new menu options based on seasonal changes and customer demand.Assist with the preparation and planning of meal designs.Ensure that kitchen activities operate in a timely manner.Monitor and record inventory, and if necessary, order new supplies.Provide support to junior kitchen employees with various tasks including line cooking, food preparation, and dish plating.Recruit and train new kitchen employees to meet kitchen standards.Create schedules for kitchen employees and evaluate their performance.Adhere to and implement sanitation regulations and safety regulations.QualificationsA minimum of 2 year's experience in a similar role.Strong knowledge of cooking methods, kitchen equipment, and best practices.Good understanding of MS Office and restaurant software programs.Teamwork-oriented with outstanding leadership abilities.Experience and/or knowledge of special diets, meal preparation for large groups preferredSafe food handling techniques are requiredWork flexible shiftsJoin UsIf you're ready to bring your skills and compassion to a mission-driver organization where residents and employees matter, we invite you to apply and grow your career with Stellar Senior LivingWe are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. As part of Stellar Senior Living’s continued efforts to maintain a safe environment for all employees, residents, families, and visitors, Stellar strongly encourages its employees to receive an FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccination, as well as any subsequent booster doses, as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).  To facilitate and further encourage COVID-19 vaccinations, Stellar periodically organizes onsite vaccination clinics at its various locations.  Stellar employees are not required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of employment.