Senior Sous Chef- Catering

 

Position Title: Senior Sous Chef- Catering 

Pay 13 

Reports To: Senior Executive Chef

Salary: $85,000 - $95,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Benefits 

 

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

We’re looking for talented individuals to join our team at Restaurant Associates at JPMC 270 Park. Featuring vibrant food halls, bustling cafes, curated retail experiences, and world-class catering, this high-profile location will stand tall among NY's finest. Elevate your career as part of a dynamic opening team that delivers top-tier service and innovative culinary experiences.

 

Working as the Catering Senior Sous Chef, you will be responsible for assisting in 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 be responsible for the supervision of hourly associates and working with the Executive Chef/Chef to develop new menus and assist with ordering. This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial culinary professional. This position requires Monday through Friday availability.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Produces and executes catering events at a high level of quality and presentation

• Ensures services are prepared in a timely manner to facilitate on time delivery

• Production planning and strategy for department success

• Communicates effectively with event catering teams and associates

• Assists the Executive Chef with planning and creating menus

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

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

• Follows all HACCP and Safety policies and programs

• Maintains organization and proper handling of ingredients and finished product

• Other duties as assigned

 

Qualifications:

• 3 years progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training

• Catering experience.

• 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 satisfaction programs/activities

• ServSafe and NYC Food Handler’s certified - highly desirable

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.