Restaurant Associates Position Title: Senior Executive Chef- Food Hall & Cafe Operations Pay 16 Salary: $115,000 - $130,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Benefits and Bonus Eligible (20%) Anticipated Start Date: January 1, 2025 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 ! Job Summary We’re looking for talented individuals to join Restaurant Associates at JPMorgan Chase's new global HQ at 270 Park! Featuring vibrant food halls, bustling cafes, curated retail experiences, and world-class catering, this high-profile location will stand tall among NY's finest. Elevate your career as part of a dynamic opening team that delivers top-tier service and innovative culinary experiences. Working as a Senior Executive Chef will allow you the opportunity to work with GREAT people like yourself! The purpose of this job is to lead culinary operations in all areas of a unit ensuring on trend, efficient, safe and sanitary food production. You will be responsible for menu development, inventory, purchasing, food cost controls and staff management and development. Key Responsibilities: + Responsible for all culinary aspects relating to Food Hall & Cafe Operations + Develops high culinary standards for our dining and Food Hall Operations + Creates and continually updates all menu programming based on market trends, seasonality and in unit marketing promotions + Responsible for culinary staff scheduling based on participation & high-volume service periods + Participates in management and client meetings pertaining to business plans and unit operations + Trains, develops and provides inspirational leadership to local culinary team + Leads Corporate Social Responsibility, food seasonality, health/wellness and high-quality culinary arts on campus Analyzes ongoing performance and trends in the local operation and devises and leads improvements + Demonstrates a complete understanding of daily menu items and can explain them to customers accurately + Maintains and analyzes budgetary requirements related to product cost and inventory + Responsible for strong HACCP, Food and Safety programs Preferred Qualifications: + Culinary degree preferred + 5 to 7 years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience in a high-volume operation + Experience with planning and managing catering events from a culinary perspective + Strong leadership skills and desire to work with an industry leader + Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation + Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office, Email and the Internet) + Ability to communicate on various levels (written & verbal) including management, departmental, customer and associate + ServSafe® Certification, New York food Handlers Certificate preferred 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) 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 (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023\_WageTransparency\_RA.pdf) for paid time off benefits information. Req ID: 1364231 Restaurant Associates Leah Curry [[req_classification]] Apply to Restaurant Associates today! Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/) 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.