Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers, and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards- Best Places to Work in 2021, this is R/A!

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To support our growth, we are looking for an experienced Chef de Cuisine (CDC) to take responsibility for the culinary quality, innovation, and experience of the operation. You will motivate, train, develop, and direct team members to deliver delicious, nutritious food, exceptional service, and accomplish daily goals and projects. This position oversees daily administrative and operational tasks, including financial management and analysis, sanitation, and safety.

The Chef de Cuisine will focus on culinary excellence and the cafe experience for the Google food program to support operational excellence. This position reports into the Executive Chef and will leverage their strong culinary and operational skills to partner with key stakeholders (culinary, nutrition, marketing, behavioral science, concept development, procurement, risk management, operations, and people approach) to promote standards, Food+ expectations, and enhance user (partner) experience.

This role is based in New York, NY.

This awesome position offers:

• Unlimited growth with the Compass Group.
• Work/Life balance - Monday to Friday day time hours.
• Excellent benefits & perks.
• A positive and supportive team environment.

The great things you’ll do:

• Design, manage, and own the overall experience, not just the offerings.
• Have a passion for quality food preparation and taste.
• Follow all menu and production/prep expectations and guides.
• Prepare well-balanced meals to fuel users (partners) through the day.
• Set an expectation of hospitality that is friendly and engaging.
• Train and develop team members.
• Ensure employee reviews, coaching sessions, and disciplinary actions are delivered in a professional and timely manner.
• Meet all timelines for payroll, service, accounts receivables, human resources, and corporate office.
• Ensure that all hiring and training standards are met and documented for direct hires.

What we look for in the perfect candidate:

• Degree from a post-secondary culinary arts training program or comparable work experience.
• 2 years in a professional kitchen or bakery in a similar position.
• Strong passion for great food and hospitality.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Maintain a positive attitude under pressure and motivate the team.
• Working knowledge of Google Suite.
• Ability to follow all Health & Safety standards.
• Demonstrate good judgment and decision-making skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment.

Apply to Restaurant Associates today! Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• 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).

• Degree from a post-secondary culinary arts training program or comparable work experience.
• 2 years in a professional kitchen or bakery in a similar position.
• Strong passion for great food and hospitality.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude under pressure and motivate a team.
• Working knowledge of Google Suite.
• Ability to follow all Health & Safety standards.
• Good judgment and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment.