Senior Sous Chef- Corporate Dining

Compass Group•New York, NY

2d•$90,000 - $95,000

About The Position

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 a Senior Sous Chef, you will support the successful operation of the Culinary Department for a premier corporate client offering a robust free food program. This high‑profile account includes a cafeteria, catering services, barista bars, pantries, and a micro‑market, delivering elevated dining experiences to associates daily. You will partner closely with the Executive Chef to manage kitchen operations, menu development, food production, and team leadership. This role is well‑suited for an energetic, entrepreneurial culinary professional with experience in high‑volume corporate dining and union environments.

Nice To Haves

A.O.S. Degree in Culinary Arts or a recognized culinary certificate, with applicable experience
Progressive culinary or kitchen management experience, based on formal education or training
Corporate dining and catering experience strongly preferred
Experience working in high‑volume, complex foodservice operations
Prior experience in a union environment highly desirable
Institutional and batch cooking experience a plus
Strong knowledge of current food and catering trends, with emphasis on:
Quality and consistency
Production efficiency
Sanitation and food safety
Food cost controls
Professional presentation
Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, email, and internet applications
ServSafe Certification highly desirable

Responsibilities

Assist the Executive Chef with the overall management of culinary operations for a premier corporate account
Support cost controls and monitor food, labor, and supply expenditures
Collaborate on menu planning, development, and execution across multiple service platforms, including: Café
Catering
Barista bars
Pantries
Micro‑market
Supervise, train, and support union hourly culinary associates, ensuring adherence to labor agreements and company standards
Prepare, cook, and present a wide variety of food items with attention to proper preparation, garnishment, and presentation
Lead and execute catering events, meetings, and special programs
Assist with ordering, inventory, and product utilization
Support the rollout of new culinary programs in partnership with the company’s marketing and culinary teams
Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations
Participate in client and customer satisfaction programs and initiatives