French Pastry Sous Chef- Fine Dining (NYC)

Compass Group • New York, NY

7d • $70,000 - $85,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Restaurant Associates, a leading provider of dining and event catering, is seeking a French Pastry Sous Chef for a brand new, gourmet French food and delicatessen outlet located at 1100 Avenue of the Americas in New York City. This role is part of the opening team for a sophisticated French culinary destination. The Sous Chef will support the Pastry Chef in the effective execution of culinary services for a 75-100 seat restaurant, focusing on exceptional craftsmanship, innovation, and attention to detail.

Requirements

• Formal French culinary training required.
• High-volume, wholesale production, and catering experience required
• Proven experience managing food, labor, and operational cost controls
• Demonstrates strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills under pressure
• Strong team-building and leadership skills
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Commitment to delivering high-quality food and exceptional service

Nice To Haves

• Progressive culinary and/or kitchen management experience (based on level of formal education and training)
• Passion for food and culinary excellence
• Eagerness to learn, develop, and grow within the company

Responsibilities

• Deliver culinary excellence in partnership with the Pastry Chef and Executive Chef while ensuring compliance with Fauchon and R/A brand standards
• Lead, coach, and manage a team of hourly associates to drive performance and engagement
• Support and help manage high-volume wholesale
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and guests to ensure an exceptional dining experience
• Monitor and manage account expenses, maintaining effective cost controls and budget adherence
• Support the implementation of new culinary initiatives and programs in collaboration with the marketing and culinary teams
• Ensure consistent execution of menus, recipes, and service standards across all operations
• Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement within the culinary team

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed