SOUS CHEF (ON CALL)
About The Position
We are hiring immediately for an on call SOUS CHEF position. At Union Square Events and CxRA, we believe great hospitality starts with great people. Together, our organizations combine culinary excellence, operational expertise, and genuine hospitality to create exceptional experiences across New York City and beyond. Founded in 2005, Union Square Events has grown into a leading hospitality company serving a diverse portfolio of cultural, corporate, entertainment, and private venues, while CxRA—established in 1996 as the catering arm of Restaurant Associates—has built a reputation for highly customized events, innovative menus, and impeccable execution. In 2026, Union Square Events and CxRA began operating from a shared kitchen and commissary, expanding opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and culinary excellence across both brands. Team members have the opportunity to support a diverse range of venues and events while contributing to organizations that share a commitment to quality, professionalism, and exceptional hospitality. Together, we believe great hospitality is about more than outstanding food—it’s about creating memorable experiences and making every guest feel genuinely welcomed. This role helps the Executive Chef prepare and cook foods, coordinates activities of cooks and other food-service associates, and assumes responsibility for the kitchen and food-service associates in the absence of the Executive Chef.
Requirements
- Previous culinary experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Cooks and prepares food following approved recipes and production standards. Ensures all deadlines are met based on production orders.
- Supervises hourly food service associates. Includes interviewing, scheduling, payroll, training, counseling, participating in reviews and recommending disciplinary action, as appropriate.
- Stores food in designated areas following all corporate, state and federal food safety and sanitation procedures.
- Ensures proper food handling, presentation, portion control and maintenance of appropriate serving temperatures.
- Maintains sanitation of equipment, supplies and utensils. Cleans workstation thoroughly before leaving area. Keeps display equipment clean and free of debris during meal service to comply with all sanitation, safety, production and merchandising requirements.
- Interacts with customers to resolve complaints in a friendly, service-oriented manner. Relays relevant information directly to supervisor.
- Demonstrates complete understanding of daily menu items and accurately explains them to associates and customers.
- Keeps up with peak production and service hours.
- Monitors inventory and deliveries of product and supplies. Tracks product production, consumption and waste. Informs supervisor when supplies or product are low.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available
- Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
