Sr. Chef Manager
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 13, 2026. Compass Group USA scores A on the Alion truth index.
Position Title: Sr. Chef Manager
Salary: $80,000-$85,000
Other Forms of Compensation: Comprehensive Benefits Package
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,This is R/A !
Job Summary:
As the Senior Chef Manager, you will oversee all back-of-house culinary and dining operations for a premier corporate dining account in NYC. You will lead a high-end dining and catering program, ensuring exceptional food quality, presentation, service, and guest experiences across daily dining, executive functions, meetings, and special events.
Responsibilities include menu development, catering execution, inventory management, purchasing, labor and food cost controls, financial reporting, and compliance with sanitation and safety standards. You will also manage and develop the culinary and service teams through hiring, coaching, counseling, training, and performance development while maintaining the elevated standards expected in a luxury corporate dining environment.
This location is open Monday through Friday and offers weekends and holidays off!
Key Responsibilities:
- Carries out BOH Culinary Management responsibilities in accordance with R/A policies and applicable laws
- Participates in employee meetings and training programs
- Conducts safety, sanitation, and maintenance programs
- Maintains food cost while ensuring the highest quality standards are met
- Maintains an active role in managing team developments
- Manages purchasing and inventory controls
- Performs related duties and special projects as assigned
What We're Looking For:
- At least 3 years of progressive culinary management experience in a high-volume setting,
- Culinary experience in a corporate dining setting preferred.
- Self-motivated, organized, innovative, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Ability to maintain a positive attitude under pressure while motivating the team.
- Passion for excellence and delivering consistently high standards.
- Commitment to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior.
- Proven experience managing high-end catering operations, including menu development, event execution, staffing, and service standards.
- Strong leadership, coaching, and training skills.
- Knowledge of HACCP controls, proper food storage, and safe and sanitary food-handling principles.
- Experience with purchasing, food storage, and sanitation.
- Experience with P&L and financial reporting.
- Knowledge of budgets, labor costs, and inventory controls.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and POS systems.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Exceptional business etiquette and client-relations skills.
Apply to Restaurant Associates today!
Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA
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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. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.
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Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 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)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Personal Leave
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely,click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_RA.pdf
Req ID: 1590117
Restaurant Associates
NANCY M TEIXEIRA
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