Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $80,000.00 - $95,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
holiday time off
Associate Shopping Program
Health and wellness programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee assistance program
flexible spending accounts
Paid parental leave
Personal Leave
Job Description
Restaurant Associates is a leading hospitality company recognized for providing exceptional dining and event catering services at some of the nation's most prestigious cultural institutions, including museums and performing arts centers. As a respected member of Compass Group USA, Restaurant Associates has established a reputation for excellence, innovation, and dedication to creating memorable culinary experiences in unique environments. The company is proud to have been voted in Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards as one of the Best Places to Work, reflecting its commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture. It offers a dynamic and supportive environment for culinary professionals,... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Five years of progressive culinary leadership experience in fine dining or upscale restaurant environments
- Experience as a Chef de Cuisine, Executive Sous Chef, or Sous Chef ready to step into a lead role
- Strong a la carte culinary skills
- Experience with private dining and event driven service
- Ability to lead kitchen teams professionally during daily service and special events
- Knowledge of food cost, inventory management, and kitchen organization
- Culinary degree or formal training is preferred
- Food safety certification such as ServSafe is preferred
Job Qualifications
- Five years of progressive culinary leadership experience in fine dining or upscale restaurant environments, or equivalent hands on experience
- Experience as a Chef de Cuisine, Executive Sous Chef, or Sous Chef ready to step into a lead role with support
- Strong a la carte foundation with exposure to private dining or event driven service
- Ability to lead a kitchen team through both daily service and special events with professionalism and composure
- Working knowledge of food cost awareness, inventory practices, and kitchen organization
- Culinary degree or formal training preferred but not required
- ServSafe or equivalent food safety certification preferred
Job Duties
- Lead day to day kitchen operations for the complex in partnership with the Executive Chef
- Execute consistent, polished a la carte service with strong attention to quality and presentation
- Oversee culinary execution for cafe service and on site events, including preparation, staffing, and event day leadership
- Collaborate with the Executive Chef, General Manager, and events team on menus, BEOs, timelines, and production planning
- Train, mentor, and support kitchen associates, setting clear expectations while encouraging growth
- Maintain consistent standards for food safety, sanitation, and kitchen organization
- Support responsible ordering, inventory management, portion control, and waste reduction
- Assist with seasonal menu execution, updates, and menu costing aligned with the Garden's programming
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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