CHEF, SOUS SR

Compass Group•New York, NY

23h•$85,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Sous Chef works under the Executive Chef to support and oversee daily culinary operations for one of two cafes and support catering operations at BlackRock in NYC. This is a highly hands-on leadership role focused on food preparation, service execution, staff development, and maintain exceptional culinary and operational standards in a corporate dining environment. In this hands-on culinary role, you will assist in the creation and execution of innovative, seasonally inspired menus, oversee the preparation and presentation of refined cuisine, and maintain exceptional standards of food quality, safety, and consistency. You will also help lead, mentor, and develop the culinary team while supporting purchasing, inventory management, and operational excellence to deliver a seamless, white-glove dining experience.

Requirements

At least 3 years of culinary/kitchen management experience in a high-volume setting
Catering experience required
Must be experienced with computers, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Outlook, email, and the Internet
Must be willing to participate in patient satisfaction programs/activities

Nice To Haves

A.O.S. Degree in Culinary Arts or culinary certificate and required experience
High-volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable
Institutional and batch cooking experiences helpful
Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
ServSafe certified - highly desirable

Responsibilities

Assists the Executive Chef with managing cost controls and controlling expenditures for the account
Assists the Executive Chef with planning and creating menus
Produces and executes catering events
Rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with Company marketing and culinary team