EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF - Compass Group, North America

Restaurant Associates



Position Title: EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF


Reports To: Executive Chef


Salary: $88,000-$98,000


Other Forms of Compensation: Comprehensive Benefits Package





Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards- Best Places to Work in 2021, This is R/A (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jT8il4kct-A) !





This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the ‘job search’ in MyOpportunity to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email then you can check the status under Careers in MyOpportunity by clicking on ‘referral tracking.’ For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email MyReferral@compass-usa.com. Click here (http://www.altogethergreat.com/wp-content/uploads/Professional-Management-QSG.pdf) to view the step-by-step instructions to refer a friend to this position.




Job Summary



The Executive Sous Chef is responsible for the culinary quality, innovation and overall experience of the operation. The Executive Sous Chef motivates, trains, develops and directs Cafe Chefs and team members to deliver delicious, nutritious food, exceptional service, maintains quality and safety standards along with sustainability initiatives. This position oversees the daily administrative and operational tasks, including financial management and analysis and business development.





The Executive Sous Chef will focus on culinary excellence and the cafe experience for the Food at Google program in order to support operational excellence. This position reports into the Executive Chef, Sr and will leverage their strong culinary and operational skills to partner with key stakeholders (FOH AGM, GM, QA, MCE, Procurement, Culinary Leadership and People Ops ) to promote with standards, Food at Google expectations and enhance user (partner) experience.





This role is based in New York, NY.





The great things you will be expected to do:

+ Supports, manages and owns the overall user experience, not just the offerings

+ Demonstrate a Passion for exceptional food service, hospitality excellence, client and stake holder management

+ Ensures cafe teams follow all menu and recipe guidelines; opening/closing checklist safety and sanitation guidelines

+ Oversee the cycle menu process; Menu Development, corresponding Order Guides, Recipe development, Food Cost analysis and Labor Evaluation

+ Trains and develops cafe Sous Chefs & CDCs and team members

+ Ensures employee reviews, coaching sessions, and disciplinary actions are delivered in a professional and timely manner

+ Ensures that all products and ingredients that are used are purchased following sector and Food at Google purchasing standards and sustainability commitments.

+ Ensures that all hiring and training standards are met and documented for direct hires, including but not limited to new hire packet, employee/manager handbook sign off sheet, fact training completion, and safety training

+ Promotes a culture of Food and Workplace Safety - Proactively address potential safety hazards rather than reactive

+ Communicates with the client partner honestly, accurately and in a timely manner

+ Works with Finance teams to ensure operational standards align with budget parameters

+ Cycle menu review before final sign off for content by EC / REC. Edit menus for authenticity, variety/balance and approved recipe content

+ Develop new content for recipe data base and menu collections

+ Lead R&D process for new program development







Minimum Qualifications:

+ Degree from a post secondary culinary arts training program.

+ 2 years in a professional kitchen leading other managers or bakery in similar position with like volume and quality food service establishment

+ Prior experience in Managing Managers

+ Prior experience managing multi unit operations

+ NYC Food Handlers Certificate

+ ServSafe Certification

+ Demonstrated passion for great food, culinary innovation and hospitality excellence

+ Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

+ Excellent presentation skills

+ Ability to outline new ideas and business initiatives. Ability to present these initiatives to Clients and Senior Management in a clear and concise manner

+ Proven success leading Change Management

+ Able to motivate and grow other leaders to follow your direction

+ Maintain a positive attitude under pressure

+ Prior union experience a plus

+ Working knowledge of Google Suite (Gmail, Calendar, Meet, Chat, Sheets, Docs, Slides, Forms) systems.

+ Manages time effectively and prioritizes tasks to meet deadlines

+ Ability to follow all Health & Safety standards







Apply to Restaurant Associates today!


Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA


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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.


Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.





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)



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 (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_RA.pdf) for paid time off benefits information.





Req ID: 1363387


Restaurant Associates


Nakiiya Nashaya Jones


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