Job Description

Sr. Sous Chef- Corporate Dining

As 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:
• Caf
• 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

Salary: $80,000 - $85,000 / yr

Other Forms of Compensation: Benefits

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.

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.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details:

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.

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