Sous Chef, Premium Airport Lounge JFK - Compass Group, North America

Restaurant Associates




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Salary: $80,000 - $90,000


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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 !




Job Summary



Embark on a culinary adventure as our Sous Chef for the new premium lounge at JFK. In this role, you'll craft exceptional dining experiences and lead kitchen operations from the ground up. If you're a culinary expert with a flair for innovation and eager to make your mark in our exciting new venture, join us in creating exceptional dining experiences.





Working as the Sous Chef, you will be responsible for the successful operation of the Culinary Department for a facility. You will assist in the supervision, preparation, and cooking of various food items, developing daily menu items and their preparation and garnishment. You may supervise hourly associates and you work with Executive Chef/Chef to develop new menus and assist with ordering. This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial Culinary professional.


Key Responsibilities:



+ Assists the Executive Chef with managing cost controls and control expenditures for the account


+ Assists the Executive Chef with planning and creating menus


+ Produces and execute catering events


+ Rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with Company marketing and culinary team



Preferred Qualifications:



+ A.S. or equivalent experience


+ Some progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training


+ Catering experience a plus


+ High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable


+ Institutional and batch cooking experiences helpful


+ Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation


+ Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet


+ Must be willing to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities


+ ServSafe certified - highly desirable












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. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.





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.


Req ID: 1277451


Restaurant Associates


MARIANA SMITH


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