Sous-Chef / Deputy Kitchen Manager

Sous-Chef / Deputy Kitchen Manager Shape moments of enjoyment – with creativity and heart. Residenz Au Lac is a lively place centrally located in Biel, between the station and the lake. Around 110 seniors live with us in apartments as well as 50 residents in the care department – they are at the center of our actions. At the same time, we see ourselves as an open meeting place with diverse gastronomy, lively encounters from culture, sport and education, as well as modern seminar and event rooms – supported by around 120 dedicated employees who work here daily with competence and heart. We are looking for a committed personality starting from 01. July 2026 or by arrangement. Your tasks You cook creative, seasonal dishes for a wide audience – from everyday menus to gala dinners – and actively engage in events, banquets and apéros. Together with the team, you design the menu planning and develop new concepts. In addition, you take responsibility for purchasing, storage as well as compliance with the applicable regulations (HACCP, EKAS, L-GAV). You support the kitchen management in technical, organizational and personnel matters, independently lead the kitchen team (10 employees) in case of absence and dedicatedly look after our apprentices. You ensure a consistently high quality as well as an appealing presentation of the food and maintain an overview even in hectic situations. You work closely with the service and actively contribute to the optimization of processes and workflows. With your open manner, you strengthen the team spirit and contribute to a positive working atmosphere. What you bring with you Completed training as a chef/ EFZ; further education (e.g. chef/chef with FA, dietetic chef/chef or home cook/chef) is an advantage. You have sound specialist knowledge as well as leadership experience and convince with strong organizational skills and process thinking. You bring creativity, joy of innovation and enthusiasm for your profession and work flexibly as well as with high hygiene awareness. You have high quality standards, think cost-consciously and remain resilient and focused even in hectic situations. You have very good German or French skills as well as good knowledge of the respective other language. Residenz Au Lac offers you A varied and meaningful area of responsibility with different target groups. A modern kitchen with daylight (window) – pleasant working conditions included. A diverse culinary offering: from à-la-carte dishes to home cooking and catering. Predominantly regulated working hours for a good work-life balance. Attractive employment conditions with certain advantages compared to the L-GAV. Support for your personal and professional development. jpid9c1c275jm jit0623jm jiy26jm