Chef De Cuisine- Chinese Cuisine (Miami, FL)

Restaurant Associates is a premier dining and event catering provider renowned for delivering exceptional culinary experiences to some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers, and corporate clients. As a leading division of Compass Group USA, Restaurant Associates is committed to excellence, innovation, and sustainability in the culinary and hospitality industry. Recognized for its supportive work environment and top-tier employee programs, Restaurant Associates has been honored with the Glassdoor Employee Choice Awards as one of the Best Places to Work. The company prides itself on fostering a culture that values diversity, inclusiveness, and career growth, making it an attractive employer in the foodservice sector. Located in Miami, FL, Restaurant Associates is currently seeking a talented Chef de Cuisine specializing in Chinese cuisine to join their culinary team. This is a full-time position offering an annual salary range between $90,000 and $100,000, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision coverage, paid time off, retirement plans, and more.

As the Chef de Cuisine - Chinese Cuisine, you will play a vital leadership role responsible for overseeing the preparation and delivery of authentic and modern Chinese dishes across high-profile catering events and daily service operations. This role demands a thorough knowledge of traditional Chinese culinary techniques and flavor profiles spanning the diverse seven provinces of Chinese cuisine, enabling you to create menus that balance authenticity with innovation. You will work closely with the Executive Chef to assist in menu development, cost control, and inventory management. Supervising and mentoring hourly culinary staff will be a key component of your responsibilities to ensure consistency, quality, and adherence to sanitation standards. Additionally, you will be instrumental in rolling out new culinary programs alongside the company’s marketing and culinary teams, thereby contributing to Restaurant Associates' reputation for culinary excellence and client satisfaction.

This position is ideal for candidates who possess prior experience managing complex, high-volume foodservice operations, preferably within institutional or batch cooking environments. Strong computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, and the Internet, is essential to manage documentation and communication effectively. The role also expects you to hold or be willing to obtain ServSafe certification, emphasizing food safety compliance. Restaurant Associates emphasizes a collaborative and inclusive work culture, providing ongoing training and professional development opportunities to cultivate your culinary and leadership skills. Join this highly esteemed company and contribute your culinary expertise to an organization that values innovation, quality, and employee success.