SUPERVISING CHEF

Position Title: SUPERVISING CHEF

Salary: $165,000-$190,000

Other Forms of Compensation:

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:

This highly visible senior leadership role, reports to the SVP Culinary, will co-create and implement evolving, dynamic and innovative Food Programs provides high-level culinary expertise, creativity, and support to the R/A Culinary Strategy and teams within Managed Services.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the culinary quality, innovation, and experience of the operations teams of their assigned business locations within Managed Services. The Supervising Chef sets the standards for BOH operating systems and QA standards, safety, culinary training, furthermore, Chef will inspire, motivate, train, develop and lead team members to be their best in their career while delivering delicious, nutritious food and exceptional service.

The great things you will be doing:

The Supervising Chef has ownership for the overall success of the RA’s positioning and growth. They are part of the culinary leadership team, and business partner with the operations leadership teams. Responsible for the operation excellence of numerous units- responsible to give support and mentorship to its units’ teams as well as working with the various corporate teams on innovations, strategic plans and building around R/A’s brand integrity. With demonstrated passion for quality food preparation and taste, you work collaboratively with cross function teams of professional who curate our Culture of CARE and believe in crafting innovative solutions to problems, and implementation of strategic actions, new food programs, additionally oversight to compliance with processes and systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Designs, leads and oversees the overall food experience, not just the offerings
• Promotes a culture of Food and Workplace Safety
• Ensure and provide flawless upscale, professional and best in class guest service experiences for multi units
• Ensures RA purchasing standards and sustainability commitments are met.
• Meets all timelines for projects and assignments
• Works with Unit’s VPs to ensure culinary excellence, stuffing and meeting client demands
• Works with RA’s catering companies for better efficiencies
• Responsible for culinary stuffing for region’s events and units support
• Participate in company meetings and training programs
• Conduct regular unit audits and reports results, insights and timely solutions
• Advises on food cost while ensuring quality standards
• Maintain an active role in managing team developments
• Supports in purchasing and inventory controls
• Performs related duties and special projects as assigned
• Responsible for building a diverse culinary staff
• Build, write and upload menus for café, catering, coffee bars as well as core menus

Qualifications:

• Degree from a post-secondary culinary arts training program.
• 6-8 years progressive hospitality management experience in leading teams in restaurant luxury operations
• Strong passion for great food and hospitality
• P&L and financial reporting experience
• Strong leadership, mentorship and training skills
• Solid understanding of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Exceptional business etiquette and client relations
• Related experience in upscale, high volume food service operations
• Must be knowledgeable on HACCP controls along with proper storage and use of food
• Good Knowledge of Executive dining rooms as well as catering
• Knowledge of safe and sanitary food handling principles
• This position requires 25% travel or as business requires
• ServSafe or Department of Health certification

Abilities and Knowledge:

• Hospitality driven with demonstrated experiences of leading innovation who possesses ground-breaking and critical thinking; with Passion, knowledge and appreciation of culinary arts, food and dining
• Takes Ownership & pro-actively uses the right influencing techniques to gain the vital commitment and support from others, both internally and externally while maintaining a positive demeanor
• Finds new/quicker ways of meeting goals, shows conviction in own judgment and decisions and responds quickly under pressure; Ability to work in a fast paced, changing environment
• Pursues friendly relationships with colleagues, shares own knowledge and insight and displays a high level of energy and dedication to the organization; Ability to work independently as well as in a team
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal; Listens to others and values their contributions, receptive to new and builds on ideas and acts in ethical and socially responsible manner.
• Handles time optimally and prioritizes tasks to meet deadlines

Apply to Restaurant Associates today!

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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.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

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: 1589673

Restaurant Associates

NANCY M TEIXEIRA

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