Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $90,000.00 - $100,000.00
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 prominent provider of dining and event catering services, renowned for its commitment to excellence and its association with some of the nation’s most prestigious museums, performing arts centers, and corporate clients. As an industry leader, Restaurant Associates has been recognized as one of Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards - Best Places to Work, which highlights its dedication to fostering a positive and supportive workplace environment for its associates. The company excels in delivering high-quality culinary experiences that combine creativity, operational efficiency, and impeccable service standards. It operates under the umbrella of Compass Group USA, a global leader... Show More
Job Requirements
- Associate degree or equivalent experience in culinary arts or related field
- Minimum of three to five years progressive culinary or kitchen management experience
- Proven catering experience
- Demonstrated ability to manage high volume and complex foodservice operations
- Hands-on chef experience
- Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance
- Computer literacy including Microsoft Office and email
- ServSafe certification preferred
Job Qualifications
- A.S. or equivalent experience
- Minimum of three to five years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training
- Extensive catering experience required
- High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable
- Institutional and batch cooking experiences
- Hands-on chef experience a must
- 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
- ServSafe certified - highly desirable
Job Duties
- Plan and implement creative, seasonal menus for café service, private events, and large-scale functions, striking a balance between artistry and operational efficiency
- Follow standardized recipes, portioning and presentation standards
- Complete and use daily production worksheets and waste log sheets daily
- Taste completed meals to ensure quality
- Train kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation based on company and regulatory standards
- Establish and maintain cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage and work areas
- Ensure that kitchen staff follows and completes schedules as assigned
- Maintain inventory of food and non-food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring that vital product is available when needed
- Make all decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products staying within company guidelines
- Comply with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures as evidenced through local health department and third-party audits
- Follow facility, department, and company safety policies and procedures to include occurrence reporting
- Participate and attend departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as appropriate
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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