Position Title: Sr. Sous Chef- Corporate Dining (New York, NY)Salary: $80,000 - $85,000 / yrOther Forms of Compensation: Benefits
Job SummaryAs a
Senior Sous Chef, you will support the successful operation of the Culinary Department for a
premier corporate client in NY offering a robust food program. This high-profile account includes a cafeteria, catering services, barista bars, and pantries, delivering elevated dining experiences to associates daily.
You will partner closely with the Executive Chef to manage kitchen operations, menu development, food production, and team leadership. This role is well-suited for an energetic, entrepreneurial culinary professional with experience in high-volume corporate dining and union environments.
Key Responsibilities:- Assist the Executive Chef with the overall management of culinary operations for a premier corporate account
- Support cost controls and monitor food, labor, and supply expenditures
- Collaborate on menu planning, development, and execution across multiple service platforms, including:
- Café
- Catering
- Barista bars
- Pantries
- Supervise, train, and support union hourly culinary associates, ensuring adherence to labor agreements and company standards
- Prepare, cook, and present a wide variety of food items with attention to proper preparation, garnishment, and presentation
- Lead and execute catering events, meetings, and special programs
- Assist with ordering, inventory, and product utilization
- Support the rollout of new culinary programs in partnership with the company's marketing and culinary teams
- Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations
- Participate in client and customer satisfaction programs and initiatives
Preferred Qualifications:- A.O.S. Degree in Culinary Arts or a recognized culinary certificate, with applicable experience
- Progressive culinary or kitchen management experience, based on formal education or training
- Corporate dining and catering experience strongly preferred
- Experience working in high-volume, complex foodservice operations
- Prior experience in a union environment desirable
- Institutional and batch cooking experience a plus
- Strong knowledge of current food and catering trends, with emphasis on:
- Quality and consistency
- Production efficiency
- Sanitation and food safety
- Food cost controls
Professional presentation
Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, email, and internet applications
ServSafe Certification highly desirable
Apply to Restaurant Associates today!Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Personal Leave
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
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Req ID: 1535804
Restaurant Associates
NANCY M TEIXEIRA
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