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Restaurant Associates is a premier dining and event catering company recognized as the industry leader in providing exceptional culinary experiences for some of the nation’s most prestigious museums, performing arts centers, and corporate clients. Renowned for its commitment to culinary excellence and innovation, Restaurant Associates offers a dynamic and stimulating work environment for culinary professionals passionate about creativity and quality. Named as one of Glassdoor's Best Places to Work, Restaurant Associates prioritizes employee satisfaction, sustainable business practices, and professional growth, making it a top employer in the hospitality industry. The company specializes in high-end corporate dining and event catering where the emphasis lies on scratch cooking, seasonal ingredients, and thoughtful presentation to create memorable guest experiences. As part of Compass Group USA, Restaurant Associates benefits from a broad network and extensive resources, ensuring stability, innovation, and industry leadership. The Sous Chef role at Restaurant Associates is a significant leadership position that involves overseeing culinary operations within a sophisticated corporate dining environment. Offering a competitive salary of $65,000 to $70,000, the position demands a keen eye for quality and innovation, supporting both daily cafe operations and premium catering events. The Sous Chef collaborates closely with the Executive Chef to design and prepare menus that emphasize seasonal and wellness-focused dishes made from scratch, reflecting the brand’s commitment to culinary excellence. This role requires managing a team of culinary professionals to maintain exceptional standards in quality, safety, and sanitation. The Sous Chef is responsible for production planning, inventory management, and ordering to optimize operational efficiency while maintaining budgetary controls. This position also involves partnering with front-of-house and catering teams to deliver seamless customer experiences. Additionally, the Sous Chef helps uphold company standards in sustainability, wellness, and culinary innovation, ensuring the brand continues to set trends in corporate dining settings. This role suits culinary leaders with a passion for food quality, creativity, and operational excellence who thrive in fast-paced, high-end corporate environments. Candidates should demonstrate leadership skills, outstanding communication, and organizational abilities, along with hands-on experience in scratch cooking and menu costing. With a focus on culinary artistry and sustainable practices, the Sous Chef position at Restaurant Associates offers a rewarding career path with opportunities to influence prestigious dining experiences and grow within a highly respected company.

• Culinary degree or equivalent experience preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of progressive culinary leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of scratch cooking and menu costing
• Proven ability to manage multiple service lines
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• ServSafe certification or equivalent food safety credentials
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without accommodation