Executive Dining Room Chef

Job Description

Job Description

Restaurant Associates

Pay 13

Salary : $90,000 - $100,000

Other Forms of Compensation : Benefit and Bonus Eligible

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!

Job Summary

Working as the Executive Dining Room Chef you will be responsible for the culinary experiences and food production for restaurant / executive dining room and catering functions.

You will adhere to HACCP guidelines to ensure efficient, safe and sanitary food production, preparation and presentation.

You will be responsible for the handling, preparation and storage of perishable products. Duties will also include menu development, inventory, purchasing, labor and food cost controls, maintaining sanitation standards, and personnel management to include hiring, coaching, counseling, training and developing.

Key Responsibilities :

• Participates in employee meetings and training programs
• Conducts safety, sanitation and maintenance programs
• Maintains food cost while ensuring quality standards
• Maintains an active role in managing team developments
• Manages purchasing and inventory controls
• Performs related duties and special projects as assigned

Preferred Qualifications :

• Degree in Culinary Arts is preferred or equivalent professional experience
• Five to eight years progressive culinary management experience
• Related experience in fine dining, à la carte restaurants
• Strong knowledge of current food and industry trends with a focus on using quality goods, production, sanitation, food cost controls and presentation
• Knowledge of budgets, labor costs, inventory controls
• Strong leadership, coaching and training skills
• Proficient computer skills to include various computer programs, Microsoft Office programs, e-mail and the Internet
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to lift, bend and carry up to 40 lbs.
• Knowledge of safe and sanitary food handling principles
• ServeSafe or Department of Health certification a plus

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.

Req ID : 1351930

Restaurant Associates

Leah Curry

req classification

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.